Q.61
Easy
Which of the following is the largest desert in India?
A Thar Desert
B Great Indian Desert
C Both A and B are same
D Kalahari Desert
Correct Answer:
C. Both A and B are same Explanation:
Thar Desert and Great Indian Desert are the same entity, located primarily in Rajasthan. It covers approximately 200,000 km².
Q.62
Easy
What is the capital of Rajasthan?
A Jodhpur
B Jaipur
C Udaipur
D Ajmer
Correct Answer:
B. Jaipur Explanation:
Jaipur, also known as the 'Pink City', is the capital and largest city of Rajasthan, founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.
Q.63
Easy
Which Rajasthani folk dance form is performed with colorful sticks and is primarily a male dance?
A Kathak
B Dandiya Raas
C Ghoomar
D Bhangra
Correct Answer:
B. Dandiya Raas Explanation:
Dandiya Raas is a traditional Rajasthani folk dance performed with decorated wooden sticks, primarily by men during festivals.
Q.64
Easy
What is the primary occupation in rural Rajasthan?
A Mining
B Agriculture and Animal Husbandry
C Tourism
D Handicrafts
Correct Answer:
B. Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Explanation:
Agriculture and animal husbandry are the primary occupations in rural Rajasthan, adapted to the arid and semi-arid climate of the region.
Q.65
Easy
The Pushkar Fair is held annually in which month?
A October
B November
C December
D January
Correct Answer:
B. November Explanation:
The Pushkar Fair is held in November (Kartik month according to Hindu calendar). It is one of the largest cattle fairs in the world and also a major cultural event.
Q.66
Easy
The word 'Rajasthan' literally means?
A Land of Warriors
B Land of Kings
C Land of Deserts
D Land of Forts
Correct Answer:
B. Land of Kings Explanation:
'Rajasthan' is derived from Sanskrit: 'Raja' (King) + 'Sthana' (Place/Land), literally meaning 'Land of Kings'.
Q.67
Easy
Which famous hill fort in Rajasthan was built by the Mewar rulers and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A Chittorgarh Fort
B Mehrangarh Fort
C Jaisalmer Fort
D Nahargarh Fort
Correct Answer:
A. Chittorgarh Fort Explanation:
Chittorgarh Fort is one of the largest forts in India, built in 7th century and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site associated with the Mewar dynasty.
Q.68
Easy
Mount Abu is located in which district of Rajasthan?
A Pali
B Sirohi
C Jalor
D Barmer
Correct Answer:
B. Sirohi Explanation:
Mount Abu, the only hill station in Rajasthan, is located in Sirohi district in the south-western part of the state.
Q.69
Easy
The Rajasthani tradition of 'Ghoomar' dance is specifically associated with which community?
A Bhil tribe
B Rajput women
C Muslim community
D Shepherd community
Correct Answer:
B. Rajput women Explanation:
Ghoomar is a traditional circle dance performed by Rajput women of Rajasthan during celebrations, festivals, and special occasions, often performed in colorful traditional attire.
Q.70
Easy
In which year was the Rajasthan State Formation Day celebrated for the first time after independence?
Explanation:
Rajasthan State Formation Day is celebrated on November 1st, commemorating the formation of the state on November 1, 1950.
