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Rajasthan Public Service Commission

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Q.311 Medium General Studies I
The Dilwara Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are located on Mount Abu. To which religious community do they belong?
A Hindu temples
B Buddhist temples
C Jain temples
D Muslim mosques
Correct Answer:  C. Jain temples
EXPLANATION

The Dilwara Temples are magnificent Jain temples built between the 11th and 13th centuries, famous for their intricate marble carvings and architecture.

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Q.312 Medium General Studies I
Which historical event marked the end of the princely states system in Rajasthan?
A The Indian Independence Act, 1947
B The Integration of Indian States, 1948
C The Constitution of India, 1950
D The States Reorganization Act, 1956
Correct Answer:  B. The Integration of Indian States, 1948
EXPLANATION

The Integration of Indian States in 1948 merged various princely states of Rajasthan with the Indian Union, ending their independent rule.

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Q.313 Medium General Studies I
The Khimsar Sand Dunes are located in which Rajasthani district?
A Nagaur
B Pali
C Barmer
D Jaisalmer
Correct Answer:  A. Nagaur
EXPLANATION

The Khimsar Sand Dunes in Nagaur district are a popular tourist destination featuring impressive sand formations and camel safaris.

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Q.314 Medium General Studies I
Which Rajasthani folk instrument is a string instrument traditionally played by the Langas and Manganiyars communities?
A Sarangi
B Morchang
C Dholak
D Nagara
Correct Answer:  A. Sarangi
EXPLANATION

The Sarangi is a bowed stringed instrument played by traditional Rajasthani communities, known for its soulful, melancholic sound.

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Q.315 Medium General Studies I
The Chand Baoli step well, an architectural marvel, is located in which district of Rajasthan?
A Jaisalmer
B Sikar
C Dungarpur
D Chittorgarh
Correct Answer:  B. Sikar
EXPLANATION

The Chand Baoli in Abhaneri, Sikar district, is one of the deepest step wells in India with 13 stories and 3,500 steps, built in the 8th century.

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Q.316 Medium General Studies I
Which person led the Bhil tribal uprising against the British in Rajasthan during the 19th century?
A Govind Guru
B Devnarayan
C Tejaji
D Pabuji
Correct Answer:  A. Govind Guru
EXPLANATION

Govind Guru led the Bhil uprising (1913) in the border regions of Rajasthan against British rule, advocating for tribal rights and education.

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Q.317 Medium General Studies I
The capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur, was founded in which year?
A 1672
B 1727
C 1876
D 1947
Correct Answer:  B. 1727
EXPLANATION

Jaipur was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. It was designed according to Vastu Shastra and Shilpa Shastras principles.

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Q.318 Medium General Studies I
Which Rajasthani craft involves the creation of intricate patterns on fabric using wax-resist technique?
A Blockprinting
B Bandhani
C Lacquerware
D Marble inlay
Correct Answer:  B. Bandhani
EXPLANATION

Bandhani is a traditional tie-and-dye technique used to create intricate patterns on fabrics, particularly famous in Rajasthan's western regions.

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Q.319 Easy General Studies I
The Kumbhalgarh Fort in Rajasthan is famous for which of the following?
A Its massive circular wall and its role in Mewar's defense
B Being the summer capital of Rajasthan
C The world's largest step well
D Its association with the Mughal Empire
Correct Answer:  A. Its massive circular wall and its role in Mewar's defense
EXPLANATION

Kumbhalgarh Fort is renowned for its massive 36 km long wall (second longest after Great Wall of China) and its strategic importance in protecting Mewar from invasions.

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Q.320 Easy General Studies I
Which Rajasthani festival is celebrated to mark the end of winter and is known for lighting bonfires?
A Teej
B Lohri/Makar Sankranti
C Gangaur
D Diwali
Correct Answer:  B. Lohri/Makar Sankranti
EXPLANATION

Lohri and Makar Sankranti are celebrated in January to mark the end of winter with bonfires, til-gur, and traditional sweets in Rajasthan.

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