21 Amazing Facts About Bihar That’ll Make Every Bihari Proud

Quite a few times we have witnessed people criticizing the people of Bihar or the way they talk, people generally mock them and address them as uncivilized people. This is really shocking and reflects how racist we have become. Bihar is just a victim of massive stereotyping and discrimination. We are going to discuss some amazing and unknown facts about Bihar.

Here are a few points to open the eyes of those who feel Bihar is less than any other state of India:

1. The concept of non-violence originated from the land of Bihar

Bihar is the place from where the concept of non-violence originated, the most enchanting thought in the history of mankind. It was lord Mahavira and Lord Buddha who raised this idea about 2600 years ago. Bihar is also the birthplace of two religions Jainism and Buddhism.

2. Home of oldest Hindu temple

Most Indians are oblivious of the fact that Bihar is the home of the oldest Hindu temple in India –  Mundeshwari. The sound of the bells creates a buzz around the four-headed Shiva, which is an interesting amalgamation of male and female.

3. Bihar is derived from the Sanskrit word

The name Bihar is derived from the Sanskrit and Pali word, Vihara which means “abode”.

4. The birth place of Guru Gobind Singh

Bihar is the birthplace of the tenth Guru that is Guru Gobind Singh and the holy place of Sikhs, Harmandir Takht is located in Patna, Bihar.

5. The state is excellent in Mathematics

Most Bihari people are considered highly intellectual and are really good at Mathematics. Even with limited resources and money, they are always ready to cross all the hurdles. There is a person named Anand Kumar who runs an IIT coaching center called ‘super 30’ for students who cannot afford to pay heavy fees.

6. Center of trade and culture

There are many of us who don’t know that during the Vedic period Bihar was the center of trade and culture. Magadha, Vaishali, Mithila/Videha, Anga, Sakyapradesh, Vijji, and Janaka were the major kingdoms.

7. Epicenter of knowledge

Bihar in the ancient period was the epicenter of learning, culture, and power. We all must have heard of the prestigious Nalanda University which attracts students from all over the world and is situated in Patna.

8. Unique Bihari accent

Well, the Bihari accent has already gained popularity, we can see various dialogues in Bollywood movies in the Bihari accent. Movies like PK, Gangs of Wasseypur, and Gangajal are a few examples.

9. IAS producing factory

Bihar is often considered a land of labourers because in most states you will find them working as a labour. But we should appreciate the fact that they are hardy enough to adapt themselves to any situation. The fact that proves that Biharis are hard-working people is that the state produces the second-highest number of IAS officials and is considered the second most IAS producing factory.

10. Chhath festival

Chhath is the main festival of Bihar which is being celebrated since ancient Vedic times. The festival is devoted to Lord Surya and Chhathi Maiya. It is also the iconic symbol of the Bihar Culture.

11. Bihari cuisine

When it comes to food, the local Bihari cuisine, the mouth-watering litti chokha is enough to make your day.

12. World’s longest Wi-Fi range

There are many who might not know the fact that Patna has the world’s longest Wi-Fi range of 20kms which is in Bihar.

13. Travellers destination

Bihar should be on the bucketlist of every traveller. The tomb of Sher Shah Suri and Maner Sharif defines the beauty of Mughal architecture, the Bodhi tree under which Gautam Buddha gained enlightenment is worth a visit. There are many such places having interesting stories behind them.

14. Bihar has the most fertile plain in the world

Bihar plains are among the most fertile plains in the world. Formed by mighty rivers like Ganga, Koshi, and Gandak.

15. First republic in the world

The ancient city of Vaishali is considered to be the first republic in the world.

16. Mahabodhi Temple

This place is amazing and is known for its incredible architecture. A hub for spiritual people, this temple will definitely enchant you.

17. Nalanda library

Nalanda library attracts people from all across the world, especially from Iran, Korea, China, Japan, and Greece. It was set on fire by the army of Baktiyar Khilji under his command. The library was so huge that it kept on burning for three months destroying nine million manuscripts.

18. Folk songs of Bihar

The freedom fighter Kunwar Singh’s heroic deeds have been immortalized in the folk songs of Bihar. Some raags such as ‘phag’, ‘Nachari’, ‘chaita’ are native to Bihar and have been able to endure the attacks of modernization.

19. Spine of Indian politics

Indian politics without Bihar? Unimaginable right? India’s first President Dr. Rajendra Prasad belonged to Bihar. Bihar is also the ground of notable political figures like- Lalu Prasad Yadav, Jai Prakash Narayan, Nitish Kumar, etc.

20. Largest Cattle Fair in Asia

The Sonepur Fair is the largest cattle fair in Asia that coincides with the post-harvest season for paddy. The central attraction of the fair is the cattle trade but the Indian elephants are the prime attraction.

21. Home to the highest Stupa in India

A high brick mound capped by a solid brick tower of considerable size, Kesaria Stupa, is situated in the Champaran (east) district of Bihar. With a height of about 104” from the base, it is the highest Stupa found in the country.

We should feel proud that we belong to a country where a state like Bihar exists.