45th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2001
Which of the following districts of Bihar does not share border with Nepal? Bihar shares an international boundary of 729 km with Nepal. Seven districts of Bihar share a boundary with Nepal—Sitamarhi, Kishanganj, Araria, Supaul, Madhubani, East Champaran, and West Champaran. 37. After the formation of Jharkhand how many districts were left with Bihar? (Nearest figure)
a37✓ Correct
b65
c60
d62
eNone of the above/More than one of the above
Explanation
After the formation of Jharkhand, 37 districts remained in Bihar. Before the formation of Jharkhand, Bihar had 55 districts. Eighteen districts of Bihar went to the newly formed state of Jharkhand. At present, Bihar has 38 districts. The 38th district, “Arwal”, was created in August 2001 by bifurcating Jehanabad.
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