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Which Rajasthan fort was built by Jai Singh II?
A
City Palace, Jaipur
B
Nahargarh Fort
C
Jaisalmer Fort
D
All of the above
Correct Answer:
D. All of the above
EXPLANATION
Jai Singh II was involved in the construction/renovation of multiple structures including City Palace, Nahargarh Fort, and other edifices in Jaipur.
The battle of Haldighati was fought between Maharana Pratap and which Mughal emperor?
A
Akbar
B
Jahangir
C
Shah Jahan
D
Aurangzeb
EXPLANATION
The Battle of Haldighati (1576) was fought between Maharana Pratap and Akbar's forces led by Man Singh.
Which Rajasthan city is famous for its blue-painted buildings?
A
Jaipur
B
Jodhpur
C
Udaipur
D
Bikaner
Correct Answer:
B. Jodhpur
EXPLANATION
Jodhpur is known as the 'Blue City' due to the predominance of blue-painted buildings.
Which river is the longest in Rajasthan?
A
Sutlej River
B
Chambal River
C
Banas River
D
Luni River
Correct Answer:
B. Chambal River
EXPLANATION
The Chambal River is the longest river in Rajasthan, with a length of approximately 960 km within the state.
The Thar Desert covers approximately what percentage of Rajasthan?
EXPLANATION
The Thar Desert covers approximately 60% of Rajasthan's total geographical area.
Which is the highest peak in Rajasthan?
A
Mount Abu
B
Guru Shikhar
C
Aravalli Peak
D
Sajjangarh Hill
Correct Answer:
B. Guru Shikhar
EXPLANATION
Guru Shikhar at Mount Abu is the highest peak in Rajasthan at 1,722 meters (5,650 feet).
In which year was the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) established?
A
1947
B
1949
C
1951
D
1953
EXPLANATION
RPSC was established in 1951 to conduct recruitment examinations for various state government positions.
Which fort in Rajasthan is known as the 'Great Wall of India'?
A
Mehrangarh Fort
B
Kumbhalgarh Fort
C
Chittorgarh Fort
D
Jaisalmer Fort
Correct Answer:
B. Kumbhalgarh Fort
EXPLANATION
Kumbhalgarh Fort has a 36 km long wall, one of the longest in the world, earning it the title 'Great Wall of India'.
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rajasthan was inscribed in 2023?
A
City Palace, Jaipur
B
Jantar Mantar, Jaipur
C
Kumbhalgarh Fort
D
Jaipur City
Correct Answer:
D. Jaipur City
EXPLANATION
Jaipur City was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019, recognized for its unique grid layout and architectural planning.
Who is the current Chief Minister of Rajasthan as of 2024?
A
Bhairon Singh Shekhawat
B
Vasundhara Raje
C
Ashok Gehlot
D
Mohan Yadav
Correct Answer:
D. Mohan Yadav
EXPLANATION
Mohan Yadav became the Chief Minister of Rajasthan in December 2023, leading the BJP government.
