The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially released the Final Answer Keys for the Prosecution Officer Preliminary Competitive Examination (Advt. No. 13/2026). The answer keys for both subjects โ General Studies and Law โ have been published on the commissionโs website bpsc.bihar.gov.in. This release ensures transparency and provides candidates with verified solutions and explanations for the exam conducted on 15 July 2026.
๐ Overview of the Examination
- Advertisement Number: 13/2026
- Post: Prosecution Officer
- Exam Date: 15 July 2026
- Subjects: General Studies and Law
- Official Website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in
๐ General Studies โ Key Highlights
The General StudiesPIB Delhi publications, A.L. Bashamโs โThe Wonder That Was India,โ and India: A Comprehensive Geography by Khullar.
- Deleted Questions: 5, 26, 72, 82, 94
- Example Explanation:
- Q.6: Gold reserve data verified from Ministry of Mines (PIB, 26 July 2021) โ Bihar 44%, Rajasthan 25%, Karnataka 21%, West Bengal 3%.
- Q.10: Red soil occurrence confirmed in Chotanagpur Plateau and Garo Hills (Khullar, 2014).
- Q.16: Harappan culture noted for its โintense conservationโ (A.L. Basham, 1967).
โ๏ธ Law โ Key Highlights
The LawBharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) 1908, and landmark Supreme Court judgments. Several questions were deleted or corrected based on updated legal interpretations.
- Deleted Questions: 55, 97
- Example Explanation:
- Q.16: โFalsus in uno, falsus in omnibusโ rule not applicable in India (Ekdakanni Dineshan v. State of Kerala, 2023 INSC 281).
- Q.26: Section 105 of BNSS mandates audio-video recording during search and seizure for transparency.
- Q.73: Supreme Court recognized โTransformative Constitutionalismโ in Naveej Singh v. Union of India.
๐งพ Importance of the Final Answer Key
The publication of the final answer keys marks the completion of the evaluation process for the preliminary stage. It ensures fairness and accountability in the examination system. Candidates can now verify their responses and estimate their scores based on the officially approved answers.
๐ How to Check the Final Answer Key
- Visit the official BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in
- Navigate to the โNotice Boardโ section.
- Click on the link titled โFinal Answer Key โ Prosecution Officer (Advt. No. 13/2026).โ
- Download the PDF for both subjects โ General Studies and Law.
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the advertisement number for the Prosecution Officer exam?
- The advertisement number is 13/2026.
- When was the Prosecution Officer exam conducted?
- The exam was held on 15 July 2026.
- Which subjects are included in the preliminary exam?
- The subjects are General Studies and Law.
- Where can I find the official answer keys?
- The final answer keys are available on the official BPSC website: bpsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Why were some questions deleted from the answer key?
- Questions were deleted due to factual inaccuracies, outdated references, or lack of valid options as per official sources.
- Are these final answer keys subject to further revision?
- No, these are the final approved keys released after expert review and candidate objections.
- Which legal acts were referenced in the Law paper explanations?
- Explanations refer to BNSS 2023, CPC 1908, and Supreme Court judgments such as Ekdakanni Dineshan v. State of Kerala (2023).
- What is the next stage after the preliminary exam?
- Qualified candidates will proceed to the Main Examination followed by the Interview Round.
๐ข Official Notice Summary
The BPSC has formally notified that the final model answers for General Studies and Law subjects under Advertisement No. 13/2026 are now available online. Candidates are advised to review the keys carefully and stay updated through the official portal for further announcements.
๐๏ธ Conclusion
The release of the Final Answer Keys by the Bihar Public Service Commission is a crucial step toward maintaining transparency and integrity in the recruitment process. It provides clarity to candidates and ensures that the evaluation aligns with verified academic and legal standards.
