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Q.1
Easy
General Studies II
Which of the following is the capital of Rajasthan?
AJaipur
BUdaipur
CJodhpur
DAjmer
Correct Answer:
A. JaipurExplanation:
Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.
Q.2
Easy
General Studies II
The Aravalli Range runs through which direction in Rajasthan?
ANorth to South
BEast to West
CNortheast to Southwest
DNorthwest to Southeast
Correct Answer:
C. Northeast to SouthwestExplanation:
The Aravalli Range runs from northeast to southwest across Rajasthan, dividing it into eastern and western parts.
Q.3
Easy
General Studies II
Who founded the city of Jaipur in 1727?
AMaharaja Man Singh I
BMaharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
CMaharaja Prithviraj Chauhan
DMaharaja Vikramaditya Singh
Correct Answer:
B. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh IIExplanation:
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II founded Jaipur in 1727 based on Vastu Shastra and Shilpa Shastra principles.
Q.4
Easy
General Studies II
Which battle marked the end of Prithviraj Chauhan's rule in Rajasthan?
ABattle of Tarain (1191)
BSecond Battle of Tarain (1192)
CBattle of Khannua (1527)
DBattle 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.5
Easy
General Studies II
The Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) is located in which city of Rajasthan?
AUdaipur
BJaipur
CJodhpur
DPushkar
Correct Answer:
B. JaipurExplanation:
The iconic Hawa Mahal is located in Jaipur, built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh.
Q.6
Easy
General Studies II
The Pushkar Lake in Rajasthan is associated with which Hindu god?
ALord Shiva
BLord Vishnu
CLord Brahma
DLord Hanuman
Correct Answer:
C. Lord BrahmaExplanation:
Pushkar Lake is associated with Lord Brahma, and the Brahma Temple at Pushkar is one of the rare temples dedicated to Brahma.
Q.7
Easy
General Studies II
The Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in Rajasthan, is located in which city?
AUdaipur
BJodhpur
CPushkar
DNathdwara
Correct Answer:
B. JodhpurExplanation:
Mehrangarh Fort is a massive fort in Jodhpur, built in 1459 by Rao Jodha, standing on a 410-meter high hill.
Q.8
Easy
General Studies II
In which district of Rajasthan is the Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary) located?
AAlwar
BBharatpur
CDholpur
DAgra
Correct Answer:
B. BharatpurExplanation:
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.9
Easy
General Studies II
Which Rajasthani ruler is credited with establishing the city of Jaipur in 1727?
AMaharaja Jai Singh II
BMaharaja Man Singh I
CMaharaja Prithvi Raj Chauhan
DMaharaja Vikramaditya
Correct Answer:
A. Maharaja Jai Singh IIExplanation:
Maharaja Jai Singh II of Amber founded Jaipur in 1727 with its famous grid layout and pink city architecture.
Q.10
Easy
General Studies II
Which Rajasthani saint and poet is known for the devotional movement 'Bhakti Movement' and composed the Gita Govinda?
AJayadeva (though based in Odisha, influenced Rajasthan)
BMirabai
CKabir Das
DSundar Das
Correct Answer:
B. MirabaiExplanation:
Mirabai, a Rajasthani saint-poet from Mewar, was a significant figure in the Bhakti Movement and composed many devotional songs.
