Bihar is derived from the word 'Vihara' which means monastery. The state represents several large monasteries, and several Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, and Jain shrines. Bihar is one of the most deeply linked places to Buddha's life. The official languages of Bihar are Bhojpuri, Magahi, Maithili, and other local languages.
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.
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