Q.1
Easy
Which of the following is the state animal of Rajasthan?
A Indian Lion
B Bengal Tiger
C Indian Antelope
D Nilgai
Correct Answer:
A. Indian Lion Explanation:
The Indian Lion (Asiatic Lion) is the state animal of Rajasthan, found primarily in the Gir Forest of Gujarat and historically in Rajasthan.
Q.2
Easy
The Aravalli Range enters Rajasthan from which direction?
A North-East
B South-West
C North-West
D South-East
Correct Answer:
B. South-West Explanation:
The Aravalli Range extends from south-west (Gujarat) to north-east (Haryana) direction, dividing Rajasthan into eastern and western regions.
Q.3
Easy
Which Rajasthani folk dance is primarily performed by women during Holi festival?
A Ghoomar
B Bhavai
C Kalbelia
D Ghatu
Correct Answer:
A. Ghoomar Explanation:
Ghoomar is a traditional Rajasthani folk dance performed by women, especially during Holi and other festivals. It is known for its rotating movements.
Q.4
Easy
Which city in Rajasthan is known as the 'Blue City'?
A Jaipur
B Jodhpur
C Bikaner
D Udaipur
Correct Answer:
B. Jodhpur Explanation:
Jodhpur is known as the Blue City due to the blue-painted houses in the old city, which was done to keep houses cool and repel insects.
Q.5
Easy
The famous Lake Palace in Udaipur was built on which lake?
A Pichola Lake
B Fateh Sagar Lake
C Rajsamand Lake
D Siliserh Lake
Correct Answer:
A. Pichola Lake Explanation:
The Lake Palace was built on Pichola Lake in Udaipur by Maharaja Jagat Singh II in 1743-1746. It is now a luxury hotel.
Q.6
Easy
Which Rajasthani saint and mystic poet is known for his devotional songs praising Lord Krishna?
A Meerabai
B Rammohan Roy
C Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati
D Swami Vivekananda
Correct Answer:
A. Meerabai Explanation:
Meerabai (1498-1547) was a Rajasthani saint and mystic poet renowned for her devotional songs and poetry dedicated to Lord Krishna, considered one of India's greatest poets.
Q.7
Easy
The state of Rajasthan was formed on which date?
A 1 November 1956
B 26 January 1950
C 15 August 1947
D 1 November 1950
Correct Answer:
A. 1 November 1956 Explanation:
Rajasthan as a unified state was formally created on 1 November 1956, through the merger of various princely states and the former Ajmer-Merwara region.
Q.8
Easy
Which river is known as the 'Nile of Rajasthan'?
A Chambal River
B Indus River
C Aravalli River
D Luni River
Correct Answer:
A. Chambal River Explanation:
The Chambal River is often referred to as the 'Nile of Rajasthan' due to its importance for irrigation and agriculture in the region.
Q.9
Easy
Which district of Rajasthan is famous for its blue pottery?
A Jaipur
B Jodhpur
C Udaipur
D Bikaner
Correct Answer:
A. Jaipur Explanation:
Jaipur is internationally renowned for its blue pottery, which is a unique craft form of Rajasthan with Persian origins.
Q.10
Easy
Which fort in Rajasthan is built on an island in Jaisalmer?
A Mehrangarh Fort
B Jaisalmer Fort
C Nagaur Fort
D Neemrana Fort
Correct Answer:
B. Jaisalmer Fort Explanation:
Jaisalmer Fort is uniquely situated on the Trikuta Hill and stands out as one of the few forts built on elevated terrain in the desert region.
