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Q.51 Medium General Studies I
Which river, originating in the Aravalli Range of Rajasthan, is known as the 'Vein of Rajasthan' and flows through the state before joining the Arabian Sea?
ALuni River
BChambal River
CBanas River
DSutlej River
Correct Answer:  A. Luni River
Explanation:

The Luni River, also called the 'Vein of Rajasthan', originates in the Aravalli Range near Ajmer and flows through western Rajasthan. It is one of the most important rivers of the state and ultimately drains into the Arabian Sea. The Chambal and Banas are significant but not referred to as the 'Vein of Rajasthan'.

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Q.52 Medium General Studies II
Which Rajasthani ruler fought against Akbar in the Battle of Haldighati (1576)?
AMaharana Pratap
BMaharana Amar Singh
CMaharana Raj Singh
DMaharana Kumbha
Correct Answer:  A. Maharana Pratap
Explanation:

Maharana Pratap of Mewar fought against Akbar's forces under Raja Man Singh in the Battle of Haldighati in 1576.

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Q.53 Medium General Studies II
What is the largest desert in India located primarily in Rajasthan?
AThar Desert
BGreat Indian Desert
CMarwar Desert
DBoth A and B
Correct Answer:  D. Both A and B
Explanation:

The Thar Desert and Great Indian Desert are synonymous terms for the same desert covering approximately 60% of Rajasthan.

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Q.54 Medium General Studies II
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rajasthan includes the forts of Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, and Ranthambhore?
AHill Forts of Rajasthan
BRajasthan Forts Complex
CMewar Heritage Sites
DFortified Cities of Rajasthan
Correct Answer:  A. Hill Forts of Rajasthan
Explanation:

Hill Forts of Rajasthan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (2013) comprising six hill forts including Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, and Ranthambhore.

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Q.55 Medium General Studies II
The Khimsar Fort in Rajasthan is primarily located in which district?
ANagaur
BPali
CBarmer
DJaisalmer
Correct Answer:  A. Nagaur
Explanation:

Khimsar Fort is located in Nagaur district of Rajasthan, built by the Khimsar rulers.

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Q.56 Medium General Studies II
Which Rajasthani folk instrument is known as the 'desert violin'?
ASarangi
BRavanhatta
CDholak
DMorchang
Correct Answer:  B. Ravanhatta
Explanation:

Ravanhatta is a single-stringed instrument known as the 'desert violin' of Rajasthan, used in folk performances.

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Q.57 Medium General Studies II
Which ancient city of Rajasthan was the capital of the Mauryan Empire's provincial administration?
AAjmer
BJodhpur
CChittor
DPushkar
Correct Answer:  A. Ajmer
Explanation:

Ajmer served as a major administrative center during the Mauryan period and later became an important city under various rulers.

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Q.58 Medium General Studies II
The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site designated in which year?
A2008
B2010
C2012
D2014
Correct Answer:  A. 2008
Explanation:

The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010, recognized for its astronomical observation instruments.

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Q.59 Medium General Studies II
Which Rajasthani dance form is traditionally performed during weddings and is known for its vigorous movements?
AKathak
BGhoomar
CBhangra
DSuisini
Correct Answer:  B. Ghoomar
Explanation:

Ghoomar is a traditional Rajasthani circle dance performed primarily by women during festivals and weddings, characterized by graceful spinning movements.

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Q.60 Medium General Studies II
Which Rajasthani ruler established the Marwar kingdom and founded Jodhpur in 1459?
ARao Jodha
BMaharaja Jaswant Singh
CMaharaja Abhay Singh
DRao Chandrasena
Correct Answer:  A. Rao Jodha
Explanation:

Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur in 1459 and established the Marwar kingdom, making it a powerful Rajput principality.

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