Aryabhata, the mathematician who gave the world zero, heralded from Bihar, which gained statehood on March 22, 1912, separating from Bengal Presidency. Bihar’s rich history is evident through significant events: the birthplace of Gautam Buddha, the birth of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, and the hometown of India’s first President, Dr. Rajendra Prasad. Nalanda University, a beacon of education during ancient times, also resided in Bihar. The state’s democratic principles laid the foundation for governance systems worldwide. Bihar’s rulers were chosen by representatives of the people as early as the sixth century BCE. The state’s predominant languages include Hindi, Bhojpuri, Maithili, Magahi, and Angika.
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