The Meenakari art form, traditionally associated with Rajasthan, involves the application of which material on metal surfaces?
APrecious stones
BGold leaf
CColored enamels
DSemi-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.
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rajasthan was recognized for its Mughal-Rajput fusion architecture?
AHawa Mahal
BCity Palace of Jaipur
CJantar Mantar
DChittorgarh Fort
Correct Answer:
C. Jantar Mantar
EXPLANATION
Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, constructed by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring astronomical instruments and architectural elements reflecting Mughal-Rajput fusion style.
The Pushkar Camel Fair, one of India's largest annual fairs, is held in which month?
AAugust-September
BOctober-November
CNovember-December
DDecember-January
Correct Answer:
B. October-November
EXPLANATION
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.
Which Rajasthani ruler established the city of Jaipur in 1727 following the principles of 'Shilpa Shastras'?
AMaharaja Sawai Jai Singh I
BMaharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
CMaharaja Sawai Pratap Singh
DMaharaja Sawai Ram Singh II
Correct Answer:
B. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
EXPLANATION
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II founded Jaipur in 1727 with a grid-based layout designed by Bengali architect Vidyadhar Bhattacharya, following ancient architectural principles.
Which Rajasthani saint-poet composed the devotional work 'Bhaktamaal'?
AKabir
BNabhadas
CMeerabai
DSurdas
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.
Which Rajasthani folk dance is traditionally performed by the Bhil tribes during their harvest festivals?
AGhoomar
BBhil Tribal Dance
CKalbeliya
DGhatu
Correct Answer:
B. Bhil Tribal Dance
EXPLANATION
Bhil Tribal Dance is the traditional folk dance of Bhil communities in Rajasthan, performed during harvest celebrations. Ghoomar is associated with Rajput communities, Kalbeliya with snake charmers, and Ghatu with hill regions.