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Q.81 Easy General Studies III
Which Rajasthani city is known as the 'Blue City' due to its distinctive blue-painted buildings?
AJodhpur
BJaipur
CUdaipur
DBikaner
Correct Answer:  A. Jodhpur
Explanation:

Jodhpur is famously known as the 'Blue City' of Rajasthan. The blue color tradition dates back centuries and was originally used to denote Brahmin houses, later adopted throughout the city.

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Q.82 Easy General Studies III
The Kumbhalgarh Fort, one of Rajasthan's most formidable structures, was built by which Mewar ruler?
ARana Kumbha
BMaharana Pratap
CRana Sanga
DBhoj Singh
Correct Answer:  A. Rana Kumbha
Explanation:

Kumbhalgarh Fort was constructed by Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. The fort is famous for its 36 km long wall, second only to the Great Wall of China in length.

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Q.83 Easy General Studies III
Which Battle of 1576 between Maharana Pratap and Akbar's forces is considered a moral victory for the Mewar ruler?
ABattle of Haldighati
BBattle of Talikota
CBattle of Plassey
DBattle of Khanwa
Correct Answer:  A. Battle of Haldighati
Explanation:

The Battle of Haldighati (1576) was fought between Maharana Pratap and Mughal forces under Man Singh. Though militarily inconclusive, it became a symbol of Mewar's resistance against Mughal expansion.

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Q.84 Easy General Studies III
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rajasthan is a historic fortified city, also known as the 'Golden Fort'?
AJaisalmer Fort
BChittorgarh Fort
CNahargarh Fort
DRanthambore Fort
Correct Answer:  A. Jaisalmer Fort
Explanation:

Jaisalmer Fort, constructed in 1156 CE, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It appears golden in color due to the golden-hued sandstone used in its construction, earning it the epithet 'Golden Fort'.

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Q.85 Easy General Studies III
Which Rajasthani festival, celebrated in the month of Kartik, involves the lighting of lamps to welcome the New Year?
ATeej
BDiwali
CGangaur
DPushkar Fair
Correct Answer:  B. Diwali
Explanation:

Diwali (Deepavali) is celebrated in Kartik month (October-November) with the lighting of lamps. It marks the victory of light over darkness and is widely celebrated across Rajasthan.

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Q.86 Easy General Studies III
Which Rajasthani ruler established the city of Jaipur in 1727 based on Shilpa Shastra principles?
AMaharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
BMaharaja Ram Singh
CMaharaja Madho Singh
DMaharaja Prithvi Singh
Correct Answer:  A. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
Explanation:

Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II founded Jaipur in 1727. The city was planned by Vidyadhar Bhattacharya using ancient Indian architectural texts (Shilpa Shastra).

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Q.87 Easy General Studies III
The Ajmer Sharif Dargah in Rajasthan is dedicated to which Sufi saint?
AKhwaja Moinuddin Chishti
BNizamuddin Auliya
CSalim Chishti
DRabia Basri
Correct Answer:  A. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti
Explanation:

The Ajmer Sharif Dargah is one of India's most important Sufi shrines, dedicated to Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (1141-1236), the founder of the Chishti Order in India.

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Q.88 Easy General Studies III
The Pushkar Fair in Rajasthan, held annually, is primarily associated with the trading of which animal?
ACamels
BHorses
CElephants
DBuffaloes
Correct Answer:  A. Camels
Explanation:

The Pushkar Fair, held in Kartik month, is world-famous for camel trading. It attracts thousands of livestock traders, pilgrims, and tourists annually.

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Q.89 Easy General Studies III
Which river is known as the 'Nile of Rajasthan' and is the lifeline of the state?
AIndus River
BChambal River
CSutlej River
DBeas River
Correct Answer:  B. Chambal River
Explanation:

The Chambal River is referred to as the 'Nile of Rajasthan' due to its critical importance for irrigation and agriculture in the state.

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Q.90 Easy General Studies III
Which Rajasthani folk dance form is primarily performed by women during the Teej festival?
AGhoomar
BKalbelia
CBhavai
DGair
Correct Answer:  A. Ghoomar
Explanation:

Ghoomar is a traditional women's dance form of Rajasthan, particularly associated with the Teej festival celebrations.

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