Q.31
Easy
Who founded the city of Jaipur in 1727?
A Maharaja Man Singh I
B Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
C Maharaja Prithviraj Chauhan
D Maharaja Vikramaditya Singh
Correct Answer:
B. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II Explanation:
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II founded Jaipur in 1727 based on Vastu Shastra and Shilpa Shastra principles.
Q.32
Easy
Which battle marked the end of Prithviraj Chauhan's rule in Rajasthan?
A Battle of Tarain (1191)
B Second Battle of Tarain (1192)
C Battle of Khannua (1527)
D Battle of Haldighati (1576)
Correct Answer:
B. Second Battle of Tarain (1192) Explanation:
The Second Battle of Tarain in 1192 resulted in Prithviraj Chauhan's defeat by Muhammad of Ghor, ending his rule.
Q.33
Easy
The Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) is located in which city of Rajasthan?
A Udaipur
B Jaipur
C Jodhpur
D Pushkar
Correct Answer:
B. Jaipur Explanation:
The iconic Hawa Mahal is located in Jaipur, built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh.
Q.34
Easy
The Pushkar Lake in Rajasthan is associated with which Hindu god?
A Lord Shiva
B Lord Vishnu
C Lord Brahma
D Lord Hanuman
Correct Answer:
C. Lord Brahma Explanation:
Pushkar Lake is associated with Lord Brahma, and the Brahma Temple at Pushkar is one of the rare temples dedicated to Brahma.
Q.35
Easy
The Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in Rajasthan, is located in which city?
A Udaipur
B Jodhpur
C Pushkar
D Nathdwara
Correct Answer:
B. Jodhpur Explanation:
Mehrangarh Fort is a massive fort in Jodhpur, built in 1459 by Rao Jodha, standing on a 410-meter high hill.
Q.36
Easy
In which district of Rajasthan is the Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary) located?
A Alwar
B Bharatpur
C Dholpur
D Agra
Correct Answer:
B. Bharatpur Explanation:
Keoladeo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in Bharatpur district and is one of the world's most important bird sanctuaries.
Q.37
Easy
Which Rajasthani ruler is credited with establishing the city of Jaipur in 1727?
A Maharaja Jai Singh II
B Maharaja Man Singh I
C Maharaja Prithvi Raj Chauhan
D Maharaja Vikramaditya
Correct Answer:
A. Maharaja Jai Singh II Explanation:
Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber founded Jaipur in 1727 with its famous grid layout and pink city architecture.
Q.38
Easy
Which Rajasthani saint and poet is known for the devotional movement 'Bhakti Movement' and composed the Gita Govinda?
A Jayadeva (though based in Odisha, influenced Rajasthan)
B Mirabai
C Kabir Das
D Sundar Das
Correct Answer:
B. Mirabai Explanation:
Mirabai, a Rajasthani saint-poet from Mewar, was a significant figure in the Bhakti Movement and composed many devotional songs.
Q.39
Easy
Which Rajasthani dance form is characterized by spiral movements and is traditionally performed by women during Holi?
A Ghoomar
B Kalbelia
C Bhavai
D Teratali
Correct Answer:
A. Ghoomar Explanation:
Ghoomar is a traditional Rajasthani dance performed in circular motions, typically by women during festivals, especially Holi and Diwali.
Q.40
Easy
The Udaipur City Palace overlooks which lake?
A Pichola Lake
B Fateh Sagar Lake
C Sambhar Lake
D Nakki Lake
Correct Answer:
A. Pichola Lake Explanation:
The City Palace of Udaipur is majestically situated on the banks of Lake Pichola, offering stunning views.
