Rajasthan is the largest producer of which gemstone in India?
Answer: B
Rajasthan is India's largest producer of garnet, which is used in industrial abrasives and gemstone applications.
Q.62Easy
Which of the following is the highest peak in Rajasthan?
Answer: A
Guru Shikhar, located in the Mount Abu region, is the highest peak in Rajasthan at 1,722 meters above sea level.
Q.63Medium
The 'Khimsar Desert Festival' is celebrated in which district of Rajasthan?
Answer: A
The Khimsar Desert Festival is held in Nagaur district to promote tourism and showcase local culture and traditions.
Q.64Easy
Which Rajasthani ruler is famous for the Hawa Mahal construction in Jaipur?
Answer: A
The Hawa Mahal was constructed in 1799 under the patronage of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II by architect Lal Chand Ustad.
Q.65Medium
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rajasthan is a Jain pilgrimage center?
Answer: B
The Dilwara Temples in Mount Abu are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and are among the most significant Jain temples in India, known for their marble carvings.
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Q.66Hard
The 'Gol Gumbaz' architectural style influence is evident in which Rajasthani monument?
Answer: C
The cenotaphs (Chattris) in Jaisalmer show architectural influences from the Gol Gumbaz style with their domed structures, reflecting the region's cultural synthesis.
Q.67Hard
Which artist from Rajasthan is famous for miniature paintings and received the Padma Shri award?
Answer: C
Kripal Singh Shekhawat is a renowned Rajasthani artist known for his miniature paintings and has been recognized with the Padma Shri award for his contributions to art.
Q.68Medium
In which year was Rajasthan reorganized into its current form?
Answer: C
Rajasthan was reorganized into its present form on November 1, 1956, through the reorganization of states, merging various princely states and territories.
Q.69Easy
Which district of Rajasthan is known for its salt production in the Sambhar Lake?
Answer: C
Sambhar Lake, located in Ajmer district, is India's largest inland salt lake and is a major source of salt production in Rajasthan.
Q.70Hard
Which ancient text mentions Rajasthan as 'Marwar' or 'Marudesham'?
Answer: B
The Mahabharata contains references to Rajasthan region as Marwar (meaning land of the dead) and describes the arid regions of Rajasthan.
Q.71Easy
The Mewar region's independence struggle under which ruler is most celebrated?
Answer: A
Maharana Pratap Singh of Mewar is celebrated for his resistance against Mughal rule and his valor in the Battle of Haldighati in 1576.
Q.72Medium
Which Rajasthani folk dance form involves jumping and is performed mainly during Holi?
Answer: B
Bhang is a folk dance where dancers jump rhythmically, typically performed during Holi celebrations in Rajasthan, particularly in the Marwar region.
Q.73Medium
Which state shares the longest border with Rajasthan?
Answer: A
Madhya Pradesh shares the longest border with Rajasthan, extending approximately 1,600 kilometers along the eastern boundary.
Q.74Medium
The 'Thar Desert' in Rajasthan covers approximately what percentage of the state's area?
Answer: C
The Thar Desert covers approximately 60% of Rajasthan's geographical area, making it a major geographical feature of the state.
Q.75Medium
Which Rajasthani traditional textile art involves tie-and-dye technique and is UNESCO recognized?
Answer: B
Bandhani is the traditional tie-and-dye technique of Rajasthan that creates intricate dot patterns and has been recognized by UNESCO as a cultural heritage craft.
Q.76Easy
Which is the most populous city in Rajasthan as per the latest census data?
Answer: B
Jaipur is the capital and most populous city of Rajasthan with a population exceeding 3 million people according to recent census data.
Q.77Easy
The 'Pushkar Fair', one of the world's largest livestock fairs, is held in which month?
Answer: C
The Pushkar Fair is held during the Hindu month of Kartik (October-November) and attracts thousands of traders and pilgrims from across India and abroad.
Q.78Easy
Which city in Rajasthan is known as the 'Blue City' due to its blue-painted buildings?
Answer: A
Jodhpur is famous for its distinctive blue-painted buildings, earning it the nickname 'Blue City'. This tradition dates back centuries.
Q.79Easy
The Aravalli Range forms a significant geographical feature of Rajasthan. Which direction does it run across the state?
Answer: B
The Aravalli Range runs from northeast to southwest across Rajasthan, dividing the state into eastern and western regions with different climatic conditions.
Q.80Easy
Which Rajasthani festival is celebrated to mark the end of winter and is known for lighting bonfires?
Answer: B
Lohri and Makar Sankranti are celebrated in January to mark the end of winter with bonfires, til-gur, and traditional sweets in Rajasthan.
