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General Studies II

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Q.31 Medium General Studies II
The Gajner Palace in Rajasthan was built for which purpose initially?
A Royal hunting lodge
B Administrative headquarters
C Military fortress
D Religious temple complex
Correct Answer:  A. Royal hunting lodge
EXPLANATION

Gajner Palace, located near Bikaner, was built as a royal hunting lodge and now functions as a heritage hotel.

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Q.32 Medium General Studies II
Which historical event led to the Sepoy Mutiny's significant involvement from Rajasthani soldiers, particularly from Jaipur and Alwar?
A 1857 Indian Rebellion
B Battle of Talikota
C Partition of India
D Mughal Invasion
Correct Answer:  A. 1857 Indian Rebellion
EXPLANATION

During the 1857 Indian Rebellion, several Rajasthani principalities provided military support, with soldiers from Jaipur and Alwar playing significant roles.

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Q.33 Medium General Studies II
The Khimsar Fort in Rajasthan is primarily known for which historical significance?
A Mughal military base
B Royal residence and now a heritage hotel
C Buddhist monastery
D Jain pilgrimage site
Correct Answer:  B. Royal residence and now a heritage hotel
EXPLANATION

Khimsar Fort, built in 1571, served as a royal residence and is now a popular heritage hotel showcasing Rajasthani architecture.

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Q.34 Medium General Studies II
The Taragarh Fort, one of Rajasthan's oldest forts, is located in which city?
A Ajmer
B Bundi
C Kota
D Jodhpur
Correct Answer:  B. Bundi
EXPLANATION

Taragarh Fort is located in Bundi city and dates back to 1354. It is also known as the Star Fort.

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Q.35 Medium General Studies II
Which ancient Rajasthani kingdom was known for its capital at Amer (Amber)?
A Mewar Kingdom
B Marwar Kingdom
C Dhundhar Kingdom
D Hadoti Kingdom
Correct Answer:  C. Dhundhar Kingdom
EXPLANATION

The Dhundhar Kingdom had its capital at Amer/Amber, which later became the city of Jaipur.

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Q.36 Medium General Studies II
The Aravalli Mountain Range, which passes through Rajasthan, is one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world. What is its approximate age?
A 200-250 million years
B 800-900 million years
C 1.5-2 billion years
D 3-4 billion years
Correct Answer:  C. 1.5-2 billion years
EXPLANATION

The Aravalli Range is one of the oldest mountain ranges globally, formed approximately 1.5-2 billion years ago during the Archean eon.

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Q.37 Medium General Studies II
Which Rajasthani folk painting style is UNESCO recognized and native to Bhilwara district?
A Phad Painting
B Warli Painting
C Mandana Painting
D Thangka Painting
Correct Answer:  A. Phad Painting
EXPLANATION

Phad Painting is a traditional scroll painting art form of Rajasthan, particularly from Bhilwara district, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.

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Q.38 Medium General Studies II
The Ranthambhore Fort and tiger reserve are located in which district of Rajasthan?
A Sawai Madhopur
B Jaipur
C Chittorgarh
D Kota
Correct Answer:  A. Sawai Madhopur
EXPLANATION

Ranthambhore National Park and Fort are located in Sawai Madhopur district, and it is one of India's most important tiger reserves.

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Q.39 Medium General Studies II
The Deshnok Temple in Bikaner is famous for its unusual religious practice of worshipping which animal?
A Snakes
B Rats
C Peacocks
D Pigeons
Correct Answer:  B. Rats
EXPLANATION

The Deshnok Temple (Karni Mata Temple) in Bikaner is famous for housing thousands of sacred rats that devotees believe are manifestations of the goddess.

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Q.40 Medium General Studies II
Which Rajasthani ruler established the Marwar kingdom and founded Jodhpur in 1459?
A Rao Jodha
B Maharaja Jaswant Singh
C Maharaja Abhay Singh
D Rao Chandrasena
Correct Answer:  A. Rao Jodha
EXPLANATION

Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur in 1459 and established the Marwar kingdom, making it a powerful Rajput principality.

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