- Bihar - Wikipedia
The name Bihar is derived from the Sanskrit and Pali word vihāra (Devanagari: विहार), meaning 'abode" and usually referred to a Buddhist monastery The region roughly encompassing the present state had many Buddhist vihāras, the abodes of Buddhist monks in the ancient and medieval periods
- Bihar | History, Map, Population, Government, Facts | Britannica
Bihar occupied an important position in the early history of India For centuries it was the principal seat of imperial powers and the main focus of Indian culture and civilization Its capital is Patna
- Government of Bihar
It is almost fifteen years ago when the people of Bihar handed over the reins of power to Nitish Government with full hope and confidence
- About Bihar | Bihar Chamber of Commerce Industries
Bihar lies mid-way between West Bengal in the east and Uttar Pradesh in the west It is bounded by the country of Nepal to the north and by the state of Jharkhand to the south The Bihar plain is divided into two parts by the river Ganges which flows through the middle from west to east
- Bihar - Wikiwand
Bihar is a state in Eastern India It is the second largest state by population, the 12th largest by area, and the 14th largest by GDP in 2024 Bihar borders Ut
- Know Your State Bihar: An Overview and History of Bihar
Bihar consists of three distinct regions, each has its own distinct history and culture They are Magadh, Mithila and Bhojpur Regions of Bihar such as Magadha, Mithila, and Anga are mentioned in religious texts and epics of ancient India
- Bihar - Incredible India
In the heart of India, the state of Bihar beckons travellers with its history, spirituality, and natural beauty This ancient land is the birthplace of two of the world's major religions, Buddhism and Jainism, offering pilgrims and history enthusiasts an unparalleled journey through time
- Bihar, Bihar State, History of Bihar, Bihar India - ThisismyIndia
For an in-depth understanding of Bihar, you should know three main things - its history, unique geography and reasons for the backwardness 'Bihar' had its origin in the Sanskrit word 'Vihara' referring to Buddhist monasteries that dotted the region in the ancient and medieval periods
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