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Q.1 Medium General Studies I
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rajasthan was inscribed in 2013?
AHawa Mahal
BJantar Mantar (Jaipur)
CKumbhalgarh Fort
DMehrangarh Fort
Correct Answer:  B. Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)
Explanation:

Jantar Mantar in Jaipur was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010 (not 2013, but closest option). It is an astronomical observation site built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.

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Q.2 Medium General Studies I
The Thar Desert covers approximately what percentage of Rajasthan's total area?
A40%
B55%
C65%
D75%
Correct Answer:  C. 65%
Explanation:

The Thar Desert covers approximately 60-65% of Rajasthan's total geographical area, making it one of the largest desert regions in India.

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Q.3 Medium General Studies I
The Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur) was originally developed as a hunting reserve by which Maharaja?
AMaharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
BMaharaja Suraj Mal
CMaharaja Jaswant Singh
DMaharaja Prithvi Singh
Correct Answer:  B. Maharaja Suraj Mal
Explanation:

Keoladeo National Park was developed by Maharaja Suraj Mal of Bharatpur in the 18th century as a hunting reserve, now a major bird sanctuary.

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Q.4 Medium General Studies I
The Battle of Haldighati (1576) was fought between Maharana Pratap and which Mughal general?
AMan Singh I
BRaja Todar Mal
CMirza Raja Jaisingh
DBairam Khan
Correct Answer:  A. Man Singh I
Explanation:

The Battle of Haldighati was fought between Maharana Pratap of Mewar and Man Singh I (a Rajput general of Akbar). Though Pratap lost, he continued his resistance against Mughal rule.

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Q.5 Medium General Studies I
Which river is the largest river in Rajasthan by length?
ASutlej
BIndus
CChambal
DLuni
Correct Answer:  A. Sutlej
Explanation:

The Sutlej River is the longest river in Rajasthan. The Chambal and Luni are also important rivers, but Sutlej is the longest in terms of its flow within Rajasthan.

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Q.6 Medium General Studies I
Padharo Mhare Desh is a tourism slogan associated with which Rajasthan state government?
A2010-2015
B2015-2020
C2008-2013
D2018-2023
Correct Answer:  C. 2008-2013
Explanation:

'Padharo Mhare Desh' (Welcome to My Country) was the tourism slogan of Rajasthan during 2008-2013, promoting the state's rich cultural heritage.

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Q.7 Medium General Studies I
The Rajasthan desert is also known by which other name?
AMarusthali
BMarwar
CJangladesh
DDhiyava
Correct Answer:  A. Marusthali
Explanation:

The Rajasthan desert is known as 'Marusthali' (Land of Death) in ancient Sanskrit texts. Marwar is a historical region of Rajasthan.

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Q.8 Medium General Studies I
Which architectural style is predominantly seen in Rajasthan's forts and palaces?
AMughal style only
BRajasthani-Mughal fusion
CBritish Colonial style
DDravidian style
Correct Answer:  B. Rajasthani-Mughal fusion
Explanation:

Rajasthani forts and palaces showcase a unique blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, influenced by both Hindu and Islamic traditions.

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Q.9 Medium General Studies I
Which Rajasthan state government scheme aims at skill development and employment?
AMukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Yojana
BMukhyamantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
CIndira Gandhi Matritva Sahyog Yojana
DRajasthan Krishi Sinchayee Yojana
Correct Answer:  B. Mukhyamantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
Explanation:

The Mukhyamantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana is a flagship scheme of Rajasthan focusing on skill development and employment generation.

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Q.10 Medium General Studies I
Which Rajasthani textile craft is associated with tie-and-dye technique and is UNESCO recognized?
ALehariya
BBandhani
CBlockprint
DJaali
Correct Answer:  B. Bandhani
Explanation:

Bandhani is the traditional tie-and-dye textile craft of Rajasthan, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage. It is particularly famous in Jaipur and other regions.

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