Q.111
Easy
The Pushkar Lake in Rajasthan is associated with which Hindu god?
A Lord Shiva
B Lord Vishnu
C Lord Brahma
D Lord Hanuman
Correct Answer:
C. Lord Brahma Explanation:
Pushkar Lake is associated with Lord Brahma, and the Brahma Temple at Pushkar is one of the rare temples dedicated to Brahma.
Q.112
Medium
Which ancient city of Rajasthan was the capital of the Mauryan Empire's provincial administration?
A Ajmer
B Jodhpur
C Chittor
D Pushkar
Explanation:
Ajmer served as a major administrative center during the Mauryan period and later became an important city under various rulers.
Q.113
Medium
The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site designated in which year?
Explanation:
The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010, recognized for its astronomical observation instruments.
Q.114
Medium
Which Rajasthani dance form is traditionally performed during weddings and is known for its vigorous movements?
A Kathak
B Ghoomar
C Bhangra
D Suisini
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.
Q.115
Easy
The Mehrangarh Fort, one of the largest forts in Rajasthan, is located in which city?
A Udaipur
B Jodhpur
C Pushkar
D Nathdwara
Correct Answer:
B. Jodhpur Explanation:
Mehrangarh Fort is a massive fort in Jodhpur, built in 1459 by Rao Jodha, standing on a 410-meter high hill.
Q.116
Medium
Which Rajasthani ruler established the Marwar kingdom and founded Jodhpur in 1459?
A Rao Jodha
B Maharaja Jaswant Singh
C Maharaja Abhay Singh
D Rao Chandrasena
Correct Answer:
A. Rao Jodha Explanation:
Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur in 1459 and established the Marwar kingdom, making it a powerful Rajput principality.
Q.117
Medium
The Deshnok Temple in Bikaner is famous for its unusual religious practice of worshipping which animal?
A Snakes
B Rats
C Peacocks
D Pigeons
Explanation:
The Deshnok Temple (Karni Mata Temple) in Bikaner is famous for housing thousands of sacred rats that devotees believe are manifestations of the goddess.
Q.118
Medium
The Ranthambhore Fort and tiger reserve are located in which district of Rajasthan?
A Sawai Madhopur
B Jaipur
C Chittorgarh
D Kota
Correct Answer:
A. Sawai Madhopur Explanation:
Ranthambhore National Park and Fort are located in Sawai Madhopur district, and it is one of India's most important tiger reserves.
Q.119
Hard
Which Rajasthani princess is famous for her 'Jauhar' (self-immolation) at Chittorgarh Fort to preserve honor during Alauddin Khilji's siege?
A Padmavati
B Moomal
C Amar Kanwar
D Gul Badan Begum
Correct Answer:
A. Padmavati Explanation:
Padmavati, the legendary queen of Chittorgarh, is famous for performing Jauhar with other women of the kingdom during Alauddin Khilji's siege in 1303.
Q.120
Easy
In which district of Rajasthan is the Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary) located?
A Alwar
B Bharatpur
C Dholpur
D Agra
Correct Answer:
B. Bharatpur Explanation:
Keoladeo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in Bharatpur district and is one of the world's most important bird sanctuaries.
