Bihar (/ bɪˈhɑːr /; Hindi: [bɪˈɦaːr] ⓘ) is a state in Eastern India. It is the third largest state by population, the 12th largest by area, and the 15th largest by GDP in 2021. [12][13][14] Bihar borders Uttar Pradesh to its west, Nepal to the north, the northern part of West Bengal to the east, and Jharkhand to the south.

Bihar is located in the eastern part of the country. It is an entirely land–locked state, although the outlet to the sea. 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. Distribution of Population Decadal Growth Rate, Sex Ratio, Density and Literacy by State.

Jan 25, 2025 · Bihar, state of eastern India. 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.

Bihar (/ b ɪ ˈ h ɑːr /; Hindustani pronunciation: [bɪˈɦaːr] ) is a state in the Republic of India, covering an area of 38,202 mi² (99,200 km²). The capital is Patna . Bihar is bordered by the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh to the west, Jharkhand to the south, and West Bengal to the east.

May 23, 2018 · Bihar or Behar (bēhär´), state (2001 provisional pop. 82,878,796), 36,420 sq mi (94,328 sq km), E central India. Patna [1] is the capital. Bihar is bounded by Nepal (N) and by Indian states—West Bengal [2] (E), Jharkhand (S), and Uttar Pradesh [3] (W).

Jan 21, 2025 · Bihar - Politics, Economy, Society: The structure of Bihar’s government, as in most other Indian states, is defined by the national constitution of 1950. The state has a bicameral legislature consisting of the upper-house Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) and the lower-house Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha).

4 days ago · The Bihar outreach Story continues below this ad With Bihar going to polls later this year, and with state-based parties Janata Dal (United) and LJP (Ram Vilas) among crucial NDA allies, Sitharaman mentioned Bihar six times in her speech, apart from separate mentions of Mithilanchal (north Bihar) and of destinations associated with the Buddha ...

4 days ago · Bihar featured prominently in Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget speech on Saturday (February 1, 2025) as she announced a slew of schemes for the state. A new Makhana Board, National ...

Bihar is a state in Eastern India. It is the third largest state by population, the 12th largest by area, and the 15th largest by GDP in 2021. Bihar borders Utt...

Bihar has many places of religious and cultural interest. Bodh Gaya, the most sacred place in Buddhism, is located in Bihar. Ruins in Nalanda include the ancient Buddhist monastery complex that long served as an important center of learning. Pawapuri is sacred to Jains. It is where the great Jainist reformer Mahavira achieved enlightenment.