Showing 181–190 of 400 questions
Q.181
Medium
General Studies II
Which historical figure is credited with the construction of the Nahargarh Fort near Jaipur?
AMaharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
BMaharaja Sawai Pratap Singh
CMaharaja Sawai Ram Singh II
DMaharaja Sawai Madho Singh I
Correct Answer:
A. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh IIExplanation:
Nahargarh Fort was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the early 18th century as a defensive structure for Jaipur.
Q.182
Medium
General Studies II
The Great Indian Bustard, an endangered species, is primarily found in which region of Rajasthan?
AThar Desert
BAravallis
CChambal Ravines
DEastern plains
Correct Answer:
A. Thar DesertExplanation:
The Great Indian Bustard is found in the Thar Desert region of Rajasthan, particularly in Pokharan and surrounding areas.
Q.183
Easy
General Studies II
Which Rajasthani textile printing technique uses wooden blocks for creating patterns?
ABandhani
BBagh printing
CBlock printing
DBatik
Correct Answer:
C. Block printingExplanation:
Block printing is a traditional Rajasthani textile technique using carved wooden blocks to create intricate patterns on fabric.
Q.184
Medium
General Studies II
Which fort in Rajasthan is known for its 'Sound and Light Show' that recreates historical events?
AMehrangarh Fort
BChittorgarh Fort
CNahargarh Fort
DJunagarh Fort
Correct Answer:
B. Chittorgarh FortExplanation:
Chittorgarh Fort is famous for its evening Sound and Light Show that narrates the historical saga of Rajasthan's warrior queens and kings.
Q.185
Hard
General Studies II
The Khimsar Fort of Rajasthan is built in which architectural style?
AMughal
BRajasthani-Mughal blend
CGothic
DColonial
Correct Answer:
B. Rajasthani-Mughal blendExplanation:
Khimsar Fort showcases a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, built in the 16th century.
Q.186
Medium
General Studies II
Which ancient trade route passed through Rajasthan connecting India with Central Asia and Middle East?
ASilk Route
BSpice Route
CGrand Trunk Road
DCoastal Trade Route
Correct Answer:
A. Silk RouteExplanation:
The Silk Route passed through Rajasthan, connecting India with Central Asia and the Middle East, particularly through cities like Jaisalmer.
Q.187
Hard
General Studies II
The 'Dhola-Maru' legend is associated with which desert region of Rajasthan?
AJaisalmer
BJodhpur
CBarmer
DBikaner
Correct Answer:
C. BarmerExplanation:
The Dhola-Maru legend is a popular folk tale from the Barmer region of Rajasthan, celebrating love and sacrifice in the desert.
Q.188
Hard
General Studies II
Which contemporary water conservation initiative in Rajasthan focuses on the revival of traditional stepwells?
AIndira Gandhi Canal Project
BRAJCOST initiative
CHeritage Stepwell Conservation
DDesert Water Management
Correct Answer:
C. Heritage Stepwell ConservationExplanation:
Heritage organizations in Rajasthan are actively working on reviving traditional stepwells (baolis) as sustainable water conservation practices.
Q.189
Medium
General Studies II
The mineral wealth of Rajasthan includes significant deposits of which mineral that is used in cement production?
AGypsum
BLimestone
CFeldspar
DMica
Correct Answer:
B. LimestoneExplanation:
Rajasthan has substantial limestone deposits used extensively in cement production across numerous cement plants in the state.
Q.190
Hard
General Studies II
Which Rajasthani administrative division was created most recently in the 2000s?
APratapgarh
BRajsamand
CBanswara
DDholpur
Correct Answer:
A. PratapgarhExplanation:
Pratapgarh district was created as the newest administrative division in Rajasthan in 2008, carved out from Udaipur district.
