Showing 131–140 of 400 questions
Q.131
Medium
General Studies II
The Gajner Palace in Rajasthan was built for which purpose initially?
ARoyal hunting lodge
BAdministrative headquarters
CMilitary fortress
DReligious temple complex
Correct Answer:
A. Royal hunting lodgeExplanation:
Gajner Palace, located near Bikaner, was built as a royal hunting lodge and now functions as a heritage hotel.
Q.132
Easy
General Studies II
Which Rajasthani region is famous for its blue pottery, traditionally practiced in Jaipur?
AJaipur Blue Pottery
BBikaner Black Pottery
CJodhpur Marbled Pottery
DUdaipur Red Pottery
Correct Answer:
A. Jaipur Blue PotteryExplanation:
Jaipur Blue Pottery is a renowned craft of Rajasthan, featuring intricate blue and turquoise designs on pottery items.
Q.133
Medium
General Studies II
The Chipau textile printing technique is traditionally practiced in which Rajasthani town?
ABagru
BJodhpur
CPushkar
DAjmer
Explanation:
Bagru, a village near Jaipur, is famous for its traditional Chipau block printing technique on textiles.
Q.134
Hard
General Studies II
Which administrative reform in Rajasthan (2023-2024) reorganized the state into how many revenue districts?
A32 districts
B33 districts
C34 districts
D35 districts
Correct Answer:
D. 35 districtsExplanation:
Rajasthan has 35 revenue districts after recent administrative reorganization, with the creation of new districts like Karauli and others.
Q.135
Medium
General Studies II
The Kumbalgarh Fort, though primarily in Rajasthan, has connections with which kingdom's rule?
AMewar Kingdom
BMarwar Kingdom
CHadoti Kingdom
DBikaner Kingdom
Correct Answer:
A. Mewar KingdomExplanation:
Kumbalgarh Fort was built by Maharana Kumbha of Mewar in the 15th century and is known for its massive defensive walls.
Q.136
Hard
General Studies II
Which Rajasthani saint's spiritual teachings formed the foundation of the Brahmo Samaj movement's influence in Rajasthan?
ARam Mohan Roy (Bengal influence)
BSwami Vivekananda (Bengal influence)
CDayananda Saraswati (Arya Samaj founder)
DSri Aurobindo (Bengal influence)
Correct Answer:
C. Dayananda Saraswati (Arya Samaj founder)Explanation:
Dayananda Saraswati, founder of the Arya Samaj, had significant influence in Rajasthan with his reform movement.
Q.137
Hard
General Studies II
The Nahargarh Fort in Jaipur was originally named what before being renamed?
ASuddarshan Fort
BGovindgarh Fort
CRang Mahal Fort
DJaigarh Fort
Correct Answer:
B. Govindgarh FortExplanation:
Nahargarh Fort was originally called Govindgarh and later renamed Sudarshan Fort, finally becoming known as Nahargarh Fort.
Q.138
Easy
General Studies II
Which river is known as the 'Lifeline of Rajasthan'?
AIndus River
BChambal River
CSutlej River
DBanas River
Correct Answer:
B. Chambal RiverExplanation:
The Chambal River is considered the lifeline of Rajasthan as it provides irrigation and water supply to multiple regions of the state.
Q.139
Easy
General Studies II
In which year was the Rajasthan State Reorganisation Act implemented?
Explanation:
The Rajasthan State Reorganisation Act was implemented in 1951, which integrated various princely states into the state of Rajasthan.
Q.140
Easy
General Studies II
Khimsar Fort is located in which district of Rajasthan?
ANagaur
BPali
CBarmer
DJaisalmer
Correct Answer:
A. NagaurExplanation:
Khimsar Fort is an important historical structure located in Nagaur district, known for its architecture and heritage value.
