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RPSC (Rajasthan)
General Studies III

Rajasthan Public Service Commission

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The Bishnoi community of Rajasthan is primarily known for their practice of which conservation principle?
A Water harvesting
B Wildlife and tree protection
C Soil conservation
D Fossil fuel reduction
Correct Answer:  B. Wildlife and tree protection
EXPLANATION

The Bishnoi community of Rajasthan is renowned for their strict environmental ethics, particularly the protection of wildlife and sacred trees, established by Guru Jambeshwar in the 15th century.

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Which Rajasthani folk deity is associated with the protection of livestock and agriculture, celebrated through the Pabuji tradition?
A Gogaji
B Pabuji
C Ramdeoji
D Mallinath
Correct Answer:  B. Pabuji
EXPLANATION

Pabuji is a revered folk deity in Rajasthan associated with pastoral life, livestock protection, and agricultural prosperity, with narrative art forms (Phad paintings) dedicated to his stories.

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The Dilwara Temples, known for their exquisite marble architecture, are located on which mountain in Rajasthan?
A Aravalli Range
B Mount Abu
C Gogunda hills
D Kumbalgarh hills
Correct Answer:  B. Mount Abu
EXPLANATION

The Dilwara Temples are located on Mount Abu in Rajasthan and are renowned Jain temples built with intricate marble carvings dating back to the 11th-13th centuries.

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Which independence movement, known as the 'Non-cooperation Movement,' had significant participation from Rajasthan under which leader?
A Vijay Singh Pathik
B Haribhau Upadhyay
C Arjun Lal Sethi
D Prithvi Singh
Correct Answer:  A. Vijay Singh Pathik
EXPLANATION

Vijay Singh Pathik was a prominent Rajasthani freedom fighter who led various non-cooperation and Satyagraha movements in the state.

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The Sambhar Lake, India's largest inland salt lake, is located in which district?
A Jaipur
B Ajmer
C Nagaur
D Pali
Correct Answer:  C. Nagaur
EXPLANATION

Sambhar Lake, spread across multiple districts including Nagaur, is the largest inland salt lake in India and a major source of salt production.

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Which Rajasthani folk song tradition is associated with women grinding grain?
A Ghoomar
B Chakli
C Manganiyar
D Pabuji ki Phad
Correct Answer:  B. Chakli
EXPLANATION

Chakli is a traditional Rajasthani folk song performed by women while grinding grain, featuring rhythmic hand clapping and traditional melodies.

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The Jantar Mantar of Jaipur was constructed by which ruler?
A Maharaja Pritvi Singh
B Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II
C Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
D Maharaja Jai Singh I
Correct Answer:  C. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
EXPLANATION

Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur, constructed the Jantar Mantar in 1734 as an astronomical observation instrument and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Which Rajasthan ruler is credited with establishing the 'Marwari' trading community's prominence?
A Raja Vikramaditya
B Amar Singh Rathod
C Maharaja Jaswant Singh
D Raja Man Singh
Correct Answer:  C. Maharaja Jaswant Singh
EXPLANATION

Maharaja Jaswant Singh of Jodhpur patronized trade and commerce, which significantly contributed to the prominence of the Marwari merchant community.

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The Mehrangarh Fort overlooks which city in Rajasthan?
A Udaipur
B Jaisalmer
C Jodhpur
D Bikaner
Correct Answer:  C. Jodhpur
EXPLANATION

Mehrangarh Fort is a majestic hilltop fortress overlooking Jodhpur city, built in 1459 and known for its impressive architecture and museum.

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Which Rajasthani art form involves leather puppetry and narrative storytelling?
A Phad painting
B Kathputli
C Ghayal
D Tangail
Correct Answer:  B. Kathputli
EXPLANATION

Kathputli is a traditional puppet theater form from Rajasthan, using intricately carved wooden puppets to narrate folk tales and epics.

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