Located in West Champaran, Valmiki Tiger Reserve is Bihar’s only tiger reserve and a vital part of Project Tiger.

Bidesia is a folk theatre form originated by Bhikhari Thakur, often focusing on themes of migration and social issues.

The Barabar Caves near Gaya are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India, built during Emperor Ashoka’s reign.

Though Vedic Maths is popular, it was pioneered by Bharathi Krishna Tirtha, who was from Odisha—not Bihar.

Rajgir is Bihar’s only hill station and a historic city associated with Lord Buddha and Lord Mahavira.

The Total Revolution (JP Movement) began in Bihar in 1974 to fight corruption and authoritarianism in the Indian government.

The Madhubani district is globally renowned for its traditional Mithila art using natural colors and intricate patterns.

Sher Shah Suri’s majestic tomb is located in Sasaram, Bihar, and is an architectural marvel built in Indo-Afghan style.

Explanation: TAL includes forest areas and protected reserves in UP, Bihar, and Uttarakhand. It focuses on connectivity for elephants and tigers across fragmented habitats. It is supported by WWF and government agencies for corridor protection and community-based conservation.

Explanation: Sugarcane requires massive water input, and the associated mills further consume and pollute water. In regions like Western UP, groundwater over-extraction is alarming. Sustainable farming techniques and drip irrigation are being promoted.

Explanation: Bijnor was awarded under the Swachh Survekshan for decentralized waste management and segregation practices. It focused on door-to-door collection and composting. Citizen participation and private partnerships were key to its success.

Explanation: The Ken-Betwa link aims to transfer surplus water from MP to water-scarce Bundelkhand areas in UP. But it involves submergence of forest and displacement in Panna Tiger Reserve. Ecologists warn of biodiversity loss and human displacement.

Explanation: This central act applies to UP and restricts the de-reservation or use of forest land for non-forest purposes without approval. It ensures sustainable forest use and compensatory afforestation. The act is enforced by both state and central authorities.

Explanation: In western UP, post-harvest rice stubble is often burned to clear fields for wheat sowing. This contributes significantly to winter air pollution, especially in the NCR. The government promotes happy seeders and bio-decomposers as alternatives.

Explanation: The Amrit Sarovar initiative aims to construct or revive over 75,000 water bodies to mark 75 years of independence. In UP, it aligns with rural water conservation and MGNREGA work. It improves groundwater recharge and supports biodiversity.