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General Studies I

Rajasthan Public Service Commission

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Which river is known as the 'Nile of Rajasthan'?
A Chambal River
B Indus River
C Aravalli River
D Luni River
Correct Answer:  A. Chambal River
EXPLANATION

The Chambal River is often referred to as the 'Nile of Rajasthan' due to its importance for irrigation and agriculture in the region.

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The state of Rajasthan was formed on which date?
A 1 November 1956
B 26 January 1950
C 15 August 1947
D 1 November 1950
Correct Answer:  A. 1 November 1956
EXPLANATION

Rajasthan as a unified state was formally created on 1 November 1956, through the merger of various princely states and the former Ajmer-Merwara region.

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Which Rajasthani saint and mystic poet is known for his devotional songs praising Lord Krishna?
A Meerabai
B Rammohan Roy
C Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati
D Swami Vivekananda
Correct Answer:  A. Meerabai
EXPLANATION

Meerabai (1498-1547) was a Rajasthani saint and mystic poet renowned for her devotional songs and poetry dedicated to Lord Krishna, considered one of India's greatest poets.

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The famous Lake Palace in Udaipur was built on which lake?
A Pichola Lake
B Fateh Sagar Lake
C Rajsamand Lake
D Siliserh Lake
Correct Answer:  A. Pichola Lake
EXPLANATION

The Lake Palace was built on Pichola Lake in Udaipur by Maharaja Jagat Singh II in 1743-1746. It is now a luxury hotel.

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Which city in Rajasthan is known as the 'Blue City'?
A Jaipur
B Jodhpur
C Bikaner
D Udaipur
Correct Answer:  B. Jodhpur
EXPLANATION

Jodhpur is known as the Blue City due to the blue-painted houses in the old city, which was done to keep houses cool and repel insects.

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Which Rajasthani folk dance is primarily performed by women during Holi festival?
A Ghoomar
B Bhavai
C Kalbelia
D Ghatu
Correct Answer:  A. Ghoomar
EXPLANATION

Ghoomar is a traditional Rajasthani folk dance performed by women, especially during Holi and other festivals. It is known for its rotating movements.

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The Aravalli Range enters Rajasthan from which direction?
A North-East
B South-West
C North-West
D South-East
Correct Answer:  B. South-West
EXPLANATION

The Aravalli Range extends from south-west (Gujarat) to north-east (Haryana) direction, dividing Rajasthan into eastern and western regions.

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Which of the following is the state animal of Rajasthan?
A Indian Lion
B Bengal Tiger
C Indian Antelope
D Nilgai
Correct Answer:  A. Indian Lion
EXPLANATION

The Indian Lion (Asiatic Lion) is the state animal of Rajasthan, found primarily in the Gir Forest of Gujarat and historically in Rajasthan.

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