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The state of Bihar (Hindi: बिहार) in eastern India, is one of the oldest inhabited places in the world with a history going back 3000 years.The rich culture and heritage of Bihar is evident from the innumerable ancient monuments that are dotted all over the state.
Biharbandhu was the first Hindi newspaper published in Bihar. It was started in 1872 by Madan Mohan Bhatta, a Marathi Brahman who settled in Bihar Sharif. [173] Hindi journalism often failed [174] until it became an official language in the state. Hindi was introduced in the law courts in Bihar in 1880.
Pages in category "Lists of tourist attractions in Bihar" The following 6 pages are in this category, out of 6 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .
Bihar Sharif was later ruled by other Muslim dynasties and then by the British until Indian independence in 1947. The city has important Buddhist, Hindu and Muslim heritage sites and landmarks. Bihar Sharif is one of the one hundred Indian cities selected to gain funds under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's flagship Smart Cities Mission.
In the census of India 2011, an urban agglomeration is defined as follows: [9] "An urban agglomeration is a continuous urban spread constituting a town and its adjoining outgrowths (OGs), or two or more physically contiguous towns together with or without outgrowths of such towns.
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Bihar is India's most flood-prone state, with 76% of the population in the north Bihar living under the recurring threat of flood devastation. [24] According to some historical data, 16.5% of the total flood affected area in India is located in Bihar while 22.1% of the flood affected population in India lives in Bihar. [25]
The names of the litchi produced in Muzaffarpur are Shahi and China. The fruits are known for excellent aroma and quality. [23] Bihar's contribution in the production of lychee in about 40 percent of lychee produced in India. [24] Bihar has emerged as a brewery hub with major domestic and foreign firms setting up production units in the state.