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Q.11 Easy General Studies I
The famous Lake Palace in Udaipur was built on which lake?
APichola Lake
BFateh Sagar Lake
CRajsamand Lake
DSiliserh Lake
Correct Answer:  A. Pichola Lake
Explanation:

The Lake Palace was built on Pichola Lake in Udaipur by Maharaja Jagat Singh II in 1743-1746. It is now a luxury hotel.

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Q.12 Easy General Studies I
Which Rajasthani saint and mystic poet is known for his devotional songs praising Lord Krishna?
AMeerabai
BRammohan Roy
CMaharishi Dayanand Saraswati
DSwami Vivekananda
Correct Answer:  A. Meerabai
Explanation:

Meerabai (1498-1547) was a Rajasthani saint and mystic poet renowned for her devotional songs and poetry dedicated to Lord Krishna, considered one of India's greatest poets.

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Q.13 Medium General Studies I
The Rajasthan desert is also known by which other name?
AMarusthali
BMarwar
CJangladesh
DDhiyava
Correct Answer:  A. Marusthali
Explanation:

The Rajasthan desert is known as 'Marusthali' (Land of Death) in ancient Sanskrit texts. Marwar is a historical region of Rajasthan.

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Q.14 Medium General Studies I
Which architectural style is predominantly seen in Rajasthan's forts and palaces?
AMughal style only
BRajasthani-Mughal fusion
CBritish Colonial style
DDravidian style
Correct Answer:  B. Rajasthani-Mughal fusion
Explanation:

Rajasthani forts and palaces showcase a unique blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, influenced by both Hindu and Islamic traditions.

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Q.15 Hard General Studies I
The concept of 'Sati' was particularly prevalent in which region of Rajasthan during medieval period?
AMewar
BMarwar
CJaisalmer
DAlwar
Correct Answer:  B. Marwar
Explanation:

The practice of Sati (self-immolation of widows) was more prevalent in Marwar due to the warrior traditions and local customs of the region.

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Q.16 Medium General Studies I
Which Rajasthan state government scheme aims at skill development and employment?
AMukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Yojana
BMukhyamantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
CIndira Gandhi Matritva Sahyog Yojana
DRajasthan Krishi Sinchayee Yojana
Correct Answer:  B. Mukhyamantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
Explanation:

The Mukhyamantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana is a flagship scheme of Rajasthan focusing on skill development and employment generation.

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Q.17 Hard General Studies I
The Khimsar Fort in Rajasthan belongs to which historical region?
AShekhawati
BMarwar
CMewar
DDhundhar
Correct Answer:  B. Marwar
Explanation:

Khimsar Fort is located in the Marwar region of Rajasthan, built by the Khimsar clan of Rajputs.

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Q.18 Medium General Studies I
Which Rajasthani textile craft is associated with tie-and-dye technique and is UNESCO recognized?
ALehariya
BBandhani
CBlockprint
DJaali
Correct Answer:  B. Bandhani
Explanation:

Bandhani is the traditional tie-and-dye textile craft of Rajasthan, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage. It is particularly famous in Jaipur and other regions.

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Q.19 Easy General Studies I
The state of Rajasthan was formed on which date?
A1 November 1956
B26 January 1950
C15 August 1947
D1 November 1950
Correct Answer:  A. 1 November 1956
Explanation:

Rajasthan as a unified state was formally created on 1 November 1956, through the merger of various princely states and the former Ajmer-Merwara region.

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Q.20 Hard General Studies I
Which archaeological site in Rajasthan provides evidence of Indus Valley Civilization?
AKalibanga
BAhar
COjiyana
DPinjor
Correct Answer:  A. Kalibanga
Explanation:

Kalibanga in Hanumangarh district of Rajasthan is an important Indus Valley Civilization site showing evidence of planned settlements and advanced drainage systems.

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