After Independence of India, who was the first Governor of Bihar?

Madhav Shrihari Aney
R. R. Diwakar
Jairamdas Daulatram
Zakir Hussain

The correct answer is: B. R. R. Diwakar.

Raja Sir Raghunath Rau Ralla Ramchandra Diwakar (1892–1975) was an Indian politician, educationist, and writer. He was the first Governor of Bihar after India’s independence in 1947. He served in this position from 1947 to 1952.

Diwakar was born in a Kannada Brahmin family in Dharwad, Karnataka. He was educated at the University of Mysore and the University of London. He was a member of the Indian National Congress and was involved in the Indian independence movement. He was imprisoned several times by the British colonial government.

After India’s independence, Diwakar was appointed as the Governor of Bihar. He served in this position from 1947 to 1952. He was a popular and respected governor. He was known for his work in education and social welfare. He also wrote several books on Indian history and culture.

Diwakar died in 1975 in Bangalore, Karnataka. He was 83 years old.

The other options are:

  • A. Madhav Shrihari Aney: Aney was a lawyer and politician. He was the first Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh. He served in this position from 1956 to 1962.
  • C. Jairamdas Daulatram: Daulatram was a politician and diplomat. He served as the Governor of Gujarat from 1967 to 1971. He also served as the Minister of External Affairs of India from 1952 to 1956.
  • D. Zakir Hussain: Hussain was a politician and educationist. He was the third President of India. He served in this position from 1967 to 1969.