Q.41
Easy
The Thar Desert covers approximately what percentage of Rajasthan's total geographical area?
Explanation:
The Thar Desert covers approximately 60% of Rajasthan's total geographical area, making it the largest desert region in India.
Q.42
Medium
Which historical fort in Rajasthan is known as the 'Gibraltar of India' due to its strategic location and fortifications?
A Chittorgarh Fort
B Kumbhalgarh Fort
C Mehrangarh Fort
D Jaisalmer Fort
Correct Answer:
B. Kumbhalgarh Fort Explanation:
Kumbhalgarh Fort, built by Rana Kumbha in 1458, is often referred to as the 'Maginot Line of India' or 'Gibraltar of India' due to its massive walls stretching 36 km.
Q.43
Hard
The 'Indigo Revolution' led by Bijay Patnaik in Rajasthan was primarily against which practice?
A Zamindari system
B Indigo plantation taxation
C Salt monopoly
D Land revenue enhancement
Correct Answer:
B. Indigo plantation taxation Explanation:
The indigo farmers of Rajasthan protested against exploitative indigo plantation practices and unfair taxation imposed by British traders.
Q.44
Medium
Which Rajasthani textile art form, practiced primarily by Muslim women, involves tie-dyeing fabric using resist technique?
A Bagru printing
B Bandhani
C Sanganeri printing
D Naqashi
Correct Answer:
B. Bandhani Explanation:
Bandhani is a traditional Rajasthani tie-dye technique where fabric is tied at various points before dyeing, creating intricate patterns.
Q.45
Hard
The 'Vidyadhar's Grid' urban planning model, used in Jaipur's design, was based on which ancient text?
A Arthashastra
B Vastu Shastra
C Silpa Shastras
D Manasara
Correct Answer:
D. Manasara Explanation:
City Planner Vidyadhar Chakravarti designed Jaipur based on principles from ancient Hindu texts, particularly the Shilpa Shastras and Manasara.
Q.46
Medium
Which lake in Rajasthan is the largest artificial lake and was built by constructing a dam on the Chambal River?
A Pichola Lake
B Jaisamand Lake
C Khandala Lake
D Rana Pratap Sagar
Correct Answer:
D. Rana Pratap Sagar Explanation:
Rana Pratap Sagar, also known as Rawatbhata Reservoir, is the largest artificial lake in Rajasthan created by damming the Chambal River.
Q.47
Hard
The 'Gol Chakkar' system in Rajasthan refers to which historical administrative practice?
A Circular revenue collection
B Land survey methodology
C Fortification design
D Water distribution network
Correct Answer:
B. Land survey methodology Explanation:
The Gol Chakkar system was a land survey and measurement method used in Rajasthan during medieval times to assess agricultural productivity.
Q.48
Hard
Which prominent Rajasthani poet of the 20th century authored 'Kunwar Jugal Kishor'?
A Sitaram Ratan
B Raghuram Charan
C Suryakant Tripathi Nirala
D Keshav Das
Correct Answer:
A. Sitaram Ratan Explanation:
Sitaram Ratan was a prominent Rajasthani literature figure known for composing historical and romantic poetry during the modern period.
Q.49
Medium
The 'Rajasthani Grameen Gaupal Vikas Yojana' launched in 2023 primarily focuses on which sector?
A Dairy farming and cattle rearing
B Renewable energy
C Water harvesting
D Agricultural exports
Correct Answer:
A. Dairy farming and cattle rearing Explanation:
This scheme aims to develop gaushala (cattle shelters) and promote dairy farming among rural communities in Rajasthan.
Q.50
Easy
Which Rajasthani spice is the largest producer and exporter globally, earning significant forex for India?
A Turmeric
B Asafoetida
C Cumin
D Coriander
Correct Answer:
D. Coriander Explanation:
Rajasthan is the world's largest producer and exporter of coriander, particularly from Jaipur and Barmer districts.
