Q.11
Easy
The Pushkar Camel Fair is held annually in which month?
A March
B October-November
C August-September
D December-January
Correct Answer:
B. October-November Explanation:
The Pushkar Camel Fair, one of the world's largest camel fairs, is held annually during October-November in the town of Pushkar, Ajmer district.
Q.12
Easy
The Jaipur City Palace is unique because it still has which institution functioning within its premises?
A Museum only
B Royal residence and museum
C Government office
D Educational institution
Correct Answer:
B. Royal residence and museum Explanation:
The City Palace of Jaipur uniquely functions as both an active royal residence and a museum, maintaining its historical significance while serving both purposes.
Q.13
Easy
The Thar Desert covers approximately what percentage of Rajasthan's total geographical area?
Explanation:
The Thar Desert covers approximately 60% of Rajasthan's total geographical area, making it the largest desert region in India.
Q.14
Easy
Which Rajasthani spice is the largest producer and exporter globally, earning significant forex for India?
A Turmeric
B Asafoetida
C Cumin
D Coriander
Correct Answer:
D. Coriander Explanation:
Rajasthan is the world's largest producer and exporter of coriander, particularly from Jaipur and Barmer districts.
Q.15
Easy
Which mineral is most abundantly mined in Rajasthan and contributes significantly to national production?
A Gold
B Limestone
C Copper
D Uranium
Correct Answer:
B. Limestone Explanation:
Rajasthan is the largest producer of limestone in India, essential for cement manufacturing and various industrial applications.
Q.16
Easy
The 'Jodhpur Blue City' phenomenon (blue-painted houses) originated from which historical reason?
A Royal decree for hygiene purposes
B Religious significance and heat reflection
C Paint availability in the region
D Colonial administrative requirement
Correct Answer:
B. Religious significance and heat reflection Explanation:
Blue color symbolizes divinity in Hindu culture and helps reflect heat in the arid climate; the practice was encouraged by the Brahmin community.
Q.17
Easy
Which of the following is the highest peak in Rajasthan?
A Guru Shikhar
B Dilwara Peak
C Achalgarh
D Arvalli Peak
Correct Answer:
A. Guru Shikhar Explanation:
Guru Shikhar, located in the Mount Abu region, is the highest peak in Rajasthan at 1,722 meters above sea level.
Q.18
Easy
Which Rajasthani ruler is famous for the Hawa Mahal construction in Jaipur?
A Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
B Maharaja Madhav Singh
C Maharaja Pratap Singh
D Maharaja Ram Singh II
Correct Answer:
A. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II Explanation:
The Hawa Mahal was constructed in 1799 under the patronage of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II by architect Lal Chand Ustad.
Q.19
Easy
Which district of Rajasthan is known for its salt production in the Sambhar Lake?
A Jaipur
B Nagaur
C Ajmer
D Alwar
Explanation:
Sambhar Lake, located in Ajmer district, is India's largest inland salt lake and is a major source of salt production in Rajasthan.
Q.20
Easy
The Mewar region's independence struggle under which ruler is most celebrated?
A Maharana Pratap Singh
B Maharana Kumbha
C Maharana Amar Singh
D Maharana Raj Singh
Correct Answer:
A. Maharana Pratap Singh Explanation:
Maharana Pratap Singh of Mewar is celebrated for his resistance against Mughal rule and his valor in the Battle of Haldighati in 1576.
