RPSC (Rajasthan) — General Studies II
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The Meenakari art form, traditionally associated with Rajasthan, involves the application of which material on metal surfaces?
A Precious stones
B Gold leaf
C Colored enamels
D Semi-precious stones
Correct Answer:  C. Colored enamels
EXPLANATION

Meenakari is a traditional jewelry and metalwork technique involving the application of colored enamels on metal surfaces, particularly practiced in Jaipur and Bikaner.

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Which Rajasthani saint-poet composed the devotional work 'Bhaktamaal'?
A Kabir
B Nabhadas
C Meerabai
D Surdas
Correct Answer:  B. Nabhadas
EXPLANATION

Nabhadas, a 17th-century Rajasthani poet, composed the 'Bhaktamaal,' which is a biographical account of various bhakti saints and their spiritual journeys.

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Which Rajasthani administrative division was created most recently in the 2000s?
A Pratapgarh
B Rajsamand
C Banswara
D Dholpur
Correct Answer:  A. Pratapgarh
EXPLANATION

Pratapgarh district was created as the newest administrative division in Rajasthan in 2008, carved out from Udaipur district.

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Which contemporary water conservation initiative in Rajasthan focuses on the revival of traditional stepwells?
A Indira Gandhi Canal Project
B RAJCOST initiative
C Heritage Stepwell Conservation
D Desert Water Management
Correct Answer:  C. Heritage Stepwell Conservation
EXPLANATION

Heritage organizations in Rajasthan are actively working on reviving traditional stepwells (baolis) as sustainable water conservation practices.

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The 'Dhola-Maru' legend is associated with which desert region of Rajasthan?
A Jaisalmer
B Jodhpur
C Barmer
D Bikaner
Correct Answer:  C. Barmer
EXPLANATION

The Dhola-Maru legend is a popular folk tale from the Barmer region of Rajasthan, celebrating love and sacrifice in the desert.

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The Khimsar Fort of Rajasthan is built in which architectural style?
A Mughal
B Rajasthani-Mughal blend
C Gothic
D Colonial
Correct Answer:  B. Rajasthani-Mughal blend
EXPLANATION

Khimsar Fort showcases a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, built in the 16th century.

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Which Rajasthani folk puppet theater is traditionally performed and is recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage?
A Kathaputlis
B Nautankis
C Tamasha
D Ramlila
Correct Answer:  A. Kathaputlis
EXPLANATION

Kathaputlis are traditional Rajasthani wooden puppets used in puppet theater performances. This art form has been recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.

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The Hawa Mahal in Jaipur has how many small windows (jharokhas)?
A 753
B 965
C 847
D 1005
Correct Answer:  B. 965
EXPLANATION

The Hawa Mahal has 953 small windows, though some sources cite 965. It was designed by Lal Chand Ustad in 1799 to allow royal women to observe street life without being seen.

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Which contemporary issue related to water conservation has been a major focus in Rajasthan in recent years (2023-2024)?
A Groundwater depletion and rainwater harvesting initiatives
B Flood control measures
C River linking projects only
D Desalination plants
Correct Answer:  A. Groundwater depletion and rainwater harvesting initiatives
EXPLANATION

Groundwater depletion is a critical issue in Rajasthan, and various rainwater harvesting initiatives have been implemented across the state to address water scarcity.

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Which administrative division was most recently created in Rajasthan in 2023?
A Kekri district
B Deeg district
C Karauli was reorganized
D Tonk district reorganization
Correct Answer:  A. Kekri district
EXPLANATION

Kekri district was proposed as the newest administrative division in Rajasthan in 2023, carved out from Ajmer district.

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