General Studies II
The Pushkar Camel Fair, one of India's largest annual fairs, is held in which month?
A
August-September
B
October-November
C
November-December
D
December-January
Correct Answer:
B. October-November
The Pushkar Camel Fair is held during October-November, coinciding with the Kartik Purnima festival. It attracts camel traders and tourists from across the world.
The Pichola Lake, a major tourist attraction in Rajasthan, is located in which city?
A
Jaipur
B
Udaipur
C
Jodhpur
D
Kota
Correct Answer:
B. Udaipur
Lake Pichola is an artificial freshwater lake located in Udaipur, known for its scenic beauty and the City Palace complex situated on its banks.
The Aravalli Range covers approximately what percentage of Rajasthan's total geographical area?
The Aravalli Range covers approximately 10% of Rajasthan's total area, running from northeast to southwest direction across the state.
Which Rajasthani textile printing technique uses wooden blocks for creating patterns?
A
Bandhani
B
Bagh printing
C
Block printing
D
Batik
Correct Answer:
C. Block printing
Block printing is a traditional Rajasthani textile technique using carved wooden blocks to create intricate patterns on fabric.
The Pushkar Fair in Rajasthan is primarily associated with trading of which animal?
A
Horses
B
Camels
C
Elephants
D
Cattle
Correct Answer:
B. Camels
Pushkar Fair is one of the world's largest camel fairs, held annually in Pushkar, Ajmer district, along with livestock trading.
Mehrangarh Fort is located in which city of Rajasthan?
A
Jaisalmer
B
Jodhpur
C
Bikaner
D
Udaipur
Correct Answer:
B. Jodhpur
Mehrangarh Fort is one of the most impressive forts in India, located in Jodhpur, built in 1459 by Rao Jodha.
Which Rajasthani craft is famous for its intricate mirror work and embroidery?
A
Bandhani
B
Appliqué work
C
Zari work
D
Block printing
Correct Answer:
B. Appliqué work
Appliqué work from Rajasthan, particularly from Jaipur and other regions, is famous for detailed mirror work and colorful embroidery patterns.
In which year did Rajasthan become a full-fledged Indian state?
A
1950
B
1952
C
1956
D
1960
Rajasthan became a full-fledged state on March 1, 1956, after the reorganization of Indian states.
The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur was constructed by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II for what primary purpose?
A
Astronomical observations and calculations
B
Religious worship
C
Military defense
D
Public entertainment
Correct Answer:
A. Astronomical observations and calculations
Jantar Mantar was built in 1724 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II as an astronomical observation instrument to predict celestial events.
The Dilwara Temples, known for their intricate marble carvings, are located on which mountain in Rajasthan?
A
Mount Abu
B
Aravalli Range
C
Vindhyan Range
D
Satpura Range
Correct Answer:
A. Mount Abu
The Dilwara Temples are situated on Mount Abu and are renowned for their stunning marble architecture and detailed carvings. They are Jain temples built between 11th-13th centuries.
