The Kesaria Stupa is one of the tallest and largest Buddhist stupas in the world. It is believed to date back to the Mauryan era.

The Patna High Court, established in 1916, is the highest judicial body in Bihar. It serves the entire state.

The Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary in Bhagalpur is India's only sanctuary for the endangered Gangetic dolphin. It was established in 1991.

The Barabar Caves, located in Jehanabad, Bihar, were built during Emperor Ashoka’s reign for Ajivika monks.

Agriculture forms the backbone of Bihar’s economy, employing a large portion of the population.

Located in Patna, Jay Prakash Narayan Airport is the busiest and largest airport in Bihar.

Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar on 15 November 2000, mainly for tribal development and better administration.

The First Buddhist Council was held at Saptaparni Cave in Rajgir shortly after the death of Buddha.

The Kosi Mahasetu is a vital rail bridge that connects Bihar to West Bengal, easing travel and trade in the region.

Maner Sharif, near Patna, is a famous Sufi shrine dedicated to Sufi saints Makhdoom Yahya Maneri and Makhdoom Shah Daulat.

Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary in Munger district is home to crocodiles, tigers, and thermal springs.

The Vaishali Express is named after the ancient city of Vaishali, a historic center of democracy and culture.

Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, was born in Vaishali, making it a significant Jain pilgrimage site.

Kahalgaon Super Thermal Power Station is located in Bhagalpur district and is managed by NTPC.

Bihar became a separate province from the Bengal Presidency in 1912 under British rule.

Rajgir was the first capital of the Magadha kingdom and is closely associated with Buddha and Mahavira.

The Bihar Vidhan Sabha is the lower house of the bicameral legislature in the state of Bihar.

Pola is a unique festival where farmers decorate and worship their bulls, thanking them for their labor.

SNDT (Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey) University in Mumbai was India’s first women’s university, established in 1916.

Lasalgaon, near Nashik, hosts Asia’s largest onion market, playing a key role in India’s onion trade.

Dagdusheth Ganapati Temple in Pune is one of Maharashtra’s most visited and respected Ganesh temples.

Maharashtra had a literacy rate of 82.3% as per the 2011 Census, higher than the national average.

Bhimthadi horses are strong and native to Western Maharashtra, especially Solapur and Ahmednagar districts.

Meera Borwankar was the first woman IPS officer from Maharashtra and served in various key positions.

Dhoti and Kurta with a turban are commonly worn by men during cultural festivals in rural Maharashtra.

Savitribai Phule opened India’s first school for girls in Pune in 1848 with her husband Jyotiba Phule.

Explanation: Wilson Dam, also called Bhandardara Dam, is built on the Pravara River in Ahmednagar district.

Sangli is a leading producer and exporter of turmeric in India.