Which lake in Rajasthan is the largest artificial freshwater lake and a major irrigation project?
AChambal Lake
BPichola Lake
CSambhar Lake
DNakki Lake
Correct Answer: A. Chambal Lake
Explanation:
Chambal Lake, created by the Chambal Dam (Rana Pratap Sagar Dam), is the largest artificial freshwater lake in Rajasthan and serves as a major irrigation source.
Which Rajasthani handicraft technique involves block printing with natural colors and is particularly famous in Bagru and Jaipur?
ADabu printing
BBandhani
CLacquerware
DPottery
Correct Answer: A. Dabu printing
Explanation:
Dabu printing is a traditional Rajasthani block printing technique using natural dyes. The word 'Dabu' refers to a resist paste used in the dyeing process.
The Chittorgarh Fort witnessed the tragic event of 'Jauhar' led by which Rajput queen?
APadmavati
BPrithviraj Chauhan's queen
CMaharani Gayatri Devi
DRani Laxmibai
Correct Answer: A. Padmavati
Explanation:
Padmavati led the mass self-immolation (Jauhar) at Chittorgarh Fort when the fort fell to Alauddin Khilji in 1303. This is an important event in Rajasthani history.