Q.341
Easy
The Keoladeo National Park is located in which Rajasthan district?
A Bharatpur
B Dholpur
C Karauli
D Sawai Madhopur
Correct Answer:
A. Bharatpur Explanation:
Keoladeo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for migratory birds, is situated in Bharatpur district.
Q.342
Easy
Which Rajasthan festival is celebrated during the autumn season with vibrant colors?
A Pushkar Fair
B Teej
C Desert Festival
D Gangaur Festival
Explanation:
Teej is celebrated during the monsoon season by Rajasthan's women as a festival of colors, swings, and merriment.
Q.343
Medium
The Pushkar Fair is primarily held to honor which deity?
A Lord Krishna
B Lord Brahma
C Lord Shiva
D Goddess Durga
Correct Answer:
B. Lord Brahma Explanation:
The Pushkar Fair is held to honor Lord Brahma, and Pushkar is believed to have the only major temple dedicated to Brahma in India.
Q.344
Medium
Which Rajasthan palace was built by Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A Rambagh Palace
B Umaid Bhawan Palace
C City Palace, Jaipur
D Lake Palace, Udaipur
Correct Answer:
C. City Palace, Jaipur Explanation:
The City Palace in Jaipur was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II and later modified by Sawai Madho Singh I, serving as both a royal residence and heritage site.
Q.345
Medium
In 2024-2025, Rajasthan has focused on promoting sustainable tourism in which biosphere reserve?
A Mount Abu Biosphere Reserve
B Sariska Tiger Reserve Biosphere
C Mukundra Hills Biosphere Reserve
D Ranthambore Biosphere Reserve
Correct Answer:
C. Mukundra Hills Biosphere Reserve Explanation:
Rajasthan has been promoting sustainable tourism initiatives in various biosphere reserves including Mukundra Hills to balance conservation with tourism development.
Q.346
Medium
The Meenakari art form, famous in Rajasthan, primarily involves:
A Stone carving
B Enameling on metal
C Textile weaving
D Wood inlay
Correct Answer:
B. Enameling on metal Explanation:
Meenakari is an ancient art form of enameling on metal, particularly brass and copper, which is famous in Jaipur and Udaipur.
Q.347
Hard
Which Rajasthan fort is known as the 'Gibraltar of the East'?
A Kumbhalgarh Fort
B Chittorgarh Fort
C Mehrangarh Fort
D Ranthambore Fort
Correct Answer:
A. Kumbhalgarh Fort Explanation:
Kumbhalgarh Fort is known as the 'Gibraltar of the East' due to its impregnable fortifications and strategic location in the Aravalli Range.
Q.348
Hard
The wall of Kumbhalgarh Fort extends approximately:
A 25 km
B 32 km
C 40 km
D 50 km
Explanation:
The wall of Kumbhalgarh Fort extends approximately 32 km, making it one of the longest walls after the Great Wall of China.
Q.349
Hard
Which Rajasthan city is the headquarters of the Indian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS)?
A Mount Abu
B Jaipur
C Udaipur
D Jodhpur
Correct Answer:
A. Mount Abu Explanation:
The Indian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS) is located in Rashtrapati Nivas, Mount Abu, Rajasthan.
Q.350
Hard
The Khimsar Fort in Rajasthan is primarily known for:
A Its unique octagonal design
B Its role in Rajput-Mughal conflicts
C Being a heritage hotel and cultural center
D Its connection to the Salt March
Correct Answer:
C. Being a heritage hotel and cultural center Explanation:
Khimsar Fort has been converted into a heritage hotel and serves as an important cultural center, preserving Rajasthan's architectural heritage.
