RAS Prelims Test Series 2018 Sample Free Test 1- Rajasthan History

<–2/”>a >Q1. Consider Following about Kirti Stambha

1. Built by a BagherwalJain merchant Jijaji Rathod, it is dedicated to Adinath, the first Jain tirthankar
2. Kirti Stambha(Tower of Fame) is a 22-metre-high tower built on a 30-foot base with 15 feet at the top

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q2. Prince Bagh Singh died at The Chittor Fort or Chittorgarh on the gate  _______in 1535 AD.

1. Padan Pol
2. Bhairon Pol
3. Hanuman Pol
4. Ganesh Pol

Q3. Regarding History of The Chittor Fort or Chittorgarh

1. The Guhila(Gahlot) ruler Bappa Rawal is said to have captured the fort in either 828 CE or 834 CE.
2. Khizr Khan’s rule at the fort lasted till 1311 AD and due to the pressure of Rajputshe was forced to entrust power to the Sonigra chief Maldeva who held the fort for 7 years

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4. Consider Following about Fateh Prakash Palace

1. It Located near Rana Khumba palace,
2. It was built by Rana Fateh Singh, the precincts have modern houses and a small museum

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5. Consider Following about Kumbhalgarh

1. It is a Mewarfortress on the westerly range of Aravalli Hills, in the Rajsamand district near Udaipur of Rajasthan state in western India
2. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Siteunder the group Hill Forts of Rajasthan

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q6. Ahmed Shah I of Gujarat attacked Kumbhalgarh fort in ______

1. 1357
2. 1457
3. 1557
4. 1657

Q7. Consider Following about Rana Kumbha Palace

1. The palace included elephant and horse stables and a temple to Lord Shiva.
2. The remarkable feature of the palace is its splendid series of canopied balconies.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q8. Lakhola Tank is the most notable tank inside the Kumbhalgarh fort, constructed by Rana Lakha during _______

1. 1282-1321 CE
2. 1382-1421 CE
3. 1482-1421 CE
4. 1482-1521 CE

Q9. Most Harappan towns had a remarkable unity of conception in “town planning”.

Which of the following is/are true regarding town planning?

1. Citadel was built on a high podium of mud brick located on the east side of the settlement.
2. Lower city contained residential area of the ruled and poor.

Select the correct code from below.

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q10. Sufi movement was never static. New features were emerged in Sufism especially during the period 10th-12th century. Which of the following is/are correct regarding those features?

1. Emergence Sufi poetry in Persian.
2. Appearance of Sufi literary texts which argued and codified Sufi ideas and doctrines.
3. Ulemas began to accept Sufi ideas.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1. 1 only
2. 3 only
3. 1 and 2 only
4. 1 and 3 only

Q11. Rajasthan State Formation day celebrated on?

1. 05, October
2. 17, August
3. 01, November
4. 01, August

Q12. Which of the following district of Rajasthan does not comes under ‘Hadauti region’?

1. Kota
2. Baran
3. Bundi
4. Pali

Q13. ‘Kalibangan’ a pre-historic site is located in which district of Rajasthan?

1. Hanumangarh
2. Jaisalmer
3. Sri Ganganagar
4. Bikaner

Q14. Which dance form of Rajasthan is included in Intangible Cultural Heritage list of UNESCO?

1. Ghoomar
2. Kalbelia
3. Kachi Ghodi
4. Terah Taali

Q15. Who among the following was the author of the “Nritya Ratnakosha”, which gives finest details about Indian Music?

1. Kumbha
2. Bhojraj
3. Rana Raimal
4. None of them

Q16. The Vijay Shahi coins were in use in which among the following areas of Rajasthan?

1. Jaipur
2. Ajmer
3. Jodhpur
4. Alwar

Q17. The “Manmori Incription” has been a source of knowledge about history of which among the following areas of Rajasthan?

1. Mount Abu
2. Chittor
3. Udaipur & Mewar
4. Sirohi

Q18. The area in the vicinity of which among the following was earlier known as “Jangal Desh”?

1. Jodhpur & Bikaner
2. Bharatpur & Alwar
3. Nagaur & Sikar
4. Jaipur & Ajmer

Q19. Who among the following was the founder of Marwar Prajamandal?

1. Megharam Vaidya
2. Subash Chandra Bose
3. Jaynarayan Vyas
4. Manikya Lal Verma

Q20. The Phooldal Mela has been associated with which among the following sects of Rajasthan?

1. Ram Snehi
2. Sikhwal
3. Terapanthi sect
4. Bishnois

Q21. What was/were the object/objects of Queen Victoria’s Proclamation (1858)?

1. To disclaim any intention to annex Indian States
2. To place the Indian administration under the British Crown
3. To regulate East India Company’s trade with India

Select the correct answer using the code given below

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 2 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3

Q22. Consider the statements regarding India’s state of trade affairs in 18th century

1. There was a sharp decline in ‘Internal trade’ of India due to regular looting and foreign invasion.
2. India remained a land of extensive manufactures and became one of them main centres of world trade and industries at the dawn of 18th century.

Choose the correct code/s

1. Only 1
2. Only 2
3. Both
4. None

Q23. In British India, what is ‘Dastak’ known for?

1. A permit exempting European traders, mostly of the British East India Company, from paying customs or transit duties on their private trade.
2. A permit regulating internal trade, mostly for Indian traders.
3. Fee charged by Indian rulers from European Traders when they trade into their territory
4. Fee charged by British government for the regulation of domestic trade.

Q24.  The famous Revolt of 1857 brought various changes in British Administration of India and the immediate change was the enactment of ‘Act of Parliament 1858’. Consider the following statements w.r.t ‘Act of Parliament 1858’-

1. The Secretary of State for India was given the powers that were previously wielded by the directors of Company and Board of Directors.
2. Thus the ultimate power over Indian Administration remained with Secretary of State.

Select the correct statement/s

1. Only 1
2. Only 2
3. Both
4. None

Q25. Consider Following about Dausa District

1. Dausa is named after a hill near the city that was called Devgiri
2. Dausa District was constituted on 10 April 1991 by separating four tehsils, namely Dausa, Baswa, Sikrai, & Lalsotfrom Jaipur district

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q26. Zabti System’ was an important part of revenue administration under Akbar. Consider the following statements regarding Zabti system.

1. It involved measurement of land.
2. Fixed cash revenue rate known as ‘Dastur’ for each crop.
3. All revenue collections were made in cash.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 1 and 3 only
3. 2 and 3 only
4. All the above

Q27. Rao Bika established the city of Bikaner in

1. 1368
2. 1468
3. 1388
4. 1488

Q28. Around a century after Rao Bika founded Bikaner, the state’s fortunes flourished under the sixth Raja, Rai Singhji, who ruled from ________

1601. 1571 to 1601.
1602. 1571 to 1611.
1603. 1561 to 1601.
1604. 1561 to 1611.

Q29. During the British Raj, Jaisalmer was the seat of a princely state of the same name, and was entitled to a ______gun salute.

1. 11
2. 12
3. 16
4. 15

Q30. The first jauhar of Jaisalmer occurred in_____, during the reign of Turkic ruler of Delhi, Alauddin Khalji.

1. 1274
2. 1284
3. 1294
4. 1304

Q31. Who among the following was responsible for throwing a Bomb to assasinate Lord Hardings in Delhi?

1. Pratap Singh Baharat
2. Jorawar Singh Barhat
3. Kesari Singh Barhat
4. Both A & B

Q32. Who among the following Kings had built the Fort of Chittor?

1. Chitrangad
2. Satadhanvan
3. Devavarman
4. Samprati

Q33. Who among the following is generally belived to have started gold coinage in Mewar?

1. Bappa Rawal
2. Rana Sanga
3. Rawal Ratan Singh
4. Rana Kumbha

Q34. The Ganeshwar Civilization has been found in which among the following districts of Rajasthan?

1. Sikar
2. Jaipur
3. Alwar
4. Bharatpur

Q35. The ploughed fields have been found at which among the following sites of Indus Valley Civilization in Rajasthan?

1. Bagor
2. Kalibangan
3. Ahar
4. Gilund

Q36. Which among the following gives the details about the history of rulers of Mewar from Bappa Rawal to Kumbha?

1. Varvath Inscription
2. Ranakpur Inscription
3. Raj Prashashti
4. The inscription of Osian

Q37. Which among the following accounts of ancient Rajasthan provided an information upon land revenue records?

1. Khareeta Bahi
2. Hukumat ri Bahi
3. Adsatta
4. Patta Bahi

Q38. Who among the following is the author of “Vir Vinod” which gives a history of Mewar?

1. Muhnaut Nainsi
2. Suryamal Mishran
3. Baankidas
4. Shayamaldas

Q39. From which city of Rajasthan does the famous dance Dhol originate?

1. Alwar
2. Kota
3. Jaipur
4. Jalore

Q40. Consider about Medieval History of Rajasthan

1. After the defeat of Chauhan around 1200, a part of Rajasthan came under Muslim rulers
2. At the beginning of the 15th century, the most prominent and powerful state of Rajasthan was Mewar.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q41. Which among the following Bodhisattva holds thunderbolt?

1. Vajrapani
2. Manjushri
3. Maitreya
4. Amitabha

Q42. Which of the following was denoted by the term “Kahapana” or “Karshapan” during ancient India?

1. A cloth
2. A trader
3. A monk
4. A coin

Q43. Which of the following was not a diety of the Harappans?

1. Shiva
2. Mother Goddess
3. Peepal Tree
4. Vishnu

Q44. What metals were known to the people of Indus valley civilisation?

1. Copper, bronze, silver, gold but not iron
2. Copper, silver, iron but not bronze
3. Copper, gold, iron but not silver
4. Copper, silver, iron but not gold

Q45. “Silver Tanka” and “Copper Jital” coins were introduced by:

1. Iltutmish
2. Abu Bakr Shah
3. Firuz Shah Tughlaq
4. Sikander Lodi

Q46. Which of the following Governor Generals was called “Liberator of India Press”?

1. Lord William Bentinck
2. Sir Charles Metcalfe
3. Lord Auckland
4. Lord Ellenborough

Q47. Who was the only Viceroy of India to be murdered in office?

1. Lord Mayo
2. Lord Auckland
3. Lord Lawrence
4. Lord Northbrook

Q48. The governors called Strategos were introduced by __?

1. Sakas
2. Indo-Greeks
3. Kushanas
4. Bactrians

Q49. Which one of the following is the most fundamental difference between Mahayana Buddhism-2/”>Buddhism and Hinayana Buddhism ?

1. Emphasis on ahimsa
2. Casteless Society
3. Worship of gods and goddesses
4. Worship of stupa

Q50. Which one of the following is a monument constructed by Sher Shah ?

1. Kila-i-Kuhna mosque at Delhi
2. Atala Masjid at Jaunpur
3. Barasona Masjid at Gaur
4. Quiwwat-al-Islam mosque at Delhi

Q51. Battle of Gagron was happened in the year of

1. 1419
2. 1519
3. 1619
4. 1719

Q52. On_________, Rana Sanga died in Chittor, apparently poisoned by his own chiefs who held his plans of renewing the fight with Babur to be suicidal.

1. 30 January 1508
2. 30 January 1518
3. 30 January 1528
4. 30 January 1538

Q53. Consider Following about Maharana Sangram Singh

1. He belonged to Sisodiyaclan of Rajput.
2. Rana Sanga was a grandson of Rana Kumbha.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q54. Battles of Idar was happened in the year of

1. 1414
2. 1514
3. 1614
4. 1714

Q55. Dhebar Lake, built by Maharana Jai Singh in

1. 1585
2. 1685
3. 1785
4. 1485

Q56. How many Hill Forts of Rajasthan, spread across Rajasthan state in northern India, clustered together as a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site?

1. 5
2. 6
3. 7
4. 8

Q57. Prithviraj Chauhan defeated the invading Muhammad Ghori in the First Battle of Tarain in _________

1. 1171
2. 1181
3. 1101
4. 1191

Q58. Consider Following about The Chittor Fort or Chittorgarh

1. The fort was the capital of Mewarand is today situated in the Chittorgarh town.
2. From 7th century, the fort was ruled by the Mewar Kingdom.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q59. Rana Kumbha, also known as Maharana Kumbhakarna, son of Rana Mokal, ruled Mewar between _________.

1. 1133 AD and 1168 AD
2. 1233 AD and 1268 AD
3. 1333 AD and 1368 AD
4. 1433 AD and 1468 AD

Q60. Bahadur Shah who came to the throne in 1526 AD as the Sultan of Gujarat besieged the Chittorgarh fort in _____

1530. 1530.
1531. 1535.
1532. 1545.
1533. 1555.

Q61. Which of the following term is used for a “school” of Learning and teaching the branches of Vedas?

1. Shakha
2. Charna
3. Ratha
4. Yajna

Q62. Who among the following was the 23rd Jain Tirthankara ?

1. Nemi Natha
2. Mahavira
3. Parshvanath
4. Malinath

Q63. The famous book ‘Brihat Katha’ was written by__?

1. Gunadhya
2. Sarva Varman
3. Panini
4. Radhagupt

Q64. Uplift of the backward classes was the main programme of the—

1. Prarthana Samaj
2. Satya Shodhak Samaj
3. Arya Samaj
4. Ramakrishna Mission

Q65. The foundation of modern Education system in India was laid by—

1. The Charter Act of 1813
2. Macaulay’s Minutes of 1835
3. The Hunter Commission of 1882
4. Wood’s Despatch of 1854

Q66. Ashokan inscriptions were first deciphered by—

1. Buhler
2. Robert Sewell
3. James Prinsep
4. Codrington

Q67. The term ‘nishka’ which meant an ornament in the Vedic period was used in later times to denote a/an—

1. Weapon
2. Agricultural implement
3. Script
4. Coin

Q68. Consider the following statements and select your answer from the codes given below:

1. Gandhi gave up his membership of Congress in 1940.
2. The Lucknow Pact was signed in 1940.
3. The Cripps Mission was sent to India by Lord Wavell.
4. V.D. Savarkar organised the Abhinav Bharat.
5. 1 and 3
6. 2 and 4
7. 3 and 1
8. 4 and 3

Q69. Which one of the following usages was a post-Vedic development?

1. Dharma-Artha-Kama-Moksha
2. Brahmana-Kshatriya-Vaishya-Shudra
3. Brahmacharya-Grihasthashrama-Vanaprastha-Sanyasa
4. Indra-Surya-Rudra-Marut

Q70. Consider the following about Rawal Jaiswal

1. Rawal Jaiswallived during the 12th century and founded the city of Jaisalmer and Jaisalmer state.
2. According to ancient mythology Krishnaand Bhima had come to this location for a ceremony, where Krishna had prophesied that a descendant of his Yaduvanshi clan would one day establish a kingdom here.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q71. The Vijay Stambha (Tower of Victory) or Jaya Stambha, called the symbol of Chittor and a particularly bold expression of triumph, was erected by Rana Kumbha between _____

1. 1258 and 1268
2. 1358 and 1368
3. 1458 and 1468
4. 1558 and 1568

Q72. Regarding History of The Chittor Fort or Chittorgarh- The fort has how many gate?

1. 5
2. 6
3. 7
4. 8  

Q73. Neel Kanth Mahadeva temple is located on the eastern side of the Kumbhalgarh fort built during

1. 1438 CE.
2. 1448 CE.
3. 1458 CE.
4. 1468 CE.

Q74. Sheesh mahal was built by king Man Singh in 16th century and completed in______.

1. 1527
2. 1627
3. 1727
4. 1827

Q75. Consider Following about Jaisalmer Fort

1. It is a World Heritage Site.
2. It was built in 1356 AD by the Rajputruler Rawal Jaisal,

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q76. Amer was known in the medieval period as Dhundar (meaning attributed to a sacrificial mount in the western frontiers) and ruled by the Kachwahas from the ____onwards

1. 11^th  century
2. 12^th century
3. 13^th century
4. 14^th century

Q77. Consider Following about Amer Fort

1. The settlement at Amer was founded by Raja Alan Singh, a ruler from the Chanda clan of Meenasin 1067 C
2. The structure was fully expanded by Jai Singh I.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q78. Consider Following about Gagron Fort

1. It is situated in Jhalawar districtof Rajasthan
2. The fort was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q79. Consider Following about Ranthambore Fort

1. The fort is known for the glory and valor of Hammir devof the Chauhan dynasty.
2. According to Government of Rajasthan’s Amber Development & Management Authority, it is likely that the construction started in the mid-10th century during the reign of Sapaldaksha, and continued a few centuries after that.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q80. Ramdevji cattle fair at ________ in Nagaur district,

1. Manasar
2. Parbatsar
3. Merta city
4. Tilwara

Q81. Consider Following about Bharatpur

1. The rulers of Bharatpur were from the JatSinsinwar clan of which is an indo-sythian tribe that migrated in India around AD1200.
2. Bharatpur is also known as Lohagarh

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q82. Consider Following about Alwar State

1. Alwar has been a part of Matsyaregion of olden times whose capital was Viratnagar
2. In fourteenth century Alwar became the capital of Khanzada Rajputdynasty’s Mewat State.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q83. Jai Singh Prabhakar was the Maharaja of princely state of Alwar from__________

1. 1882 to 1927
2. 1882 to 1937
3. 1892 to 1927
4. 1892 to 1937

Q84.Ratan Singh was the ruling Maharaja of the princely state of Bharatpur from

1769. 1758 to 1769.
1770. 1768 to 1789.
1771. 1778 to 1799.
1772. 1768 to 1769.

Q85. Maharaja Randhir Singh ascended the throne after death of his father, Maharaja Ranjit Singh in ______

1. 1801
2. 1802
3. 1803
4. 1805

Q86. Maharaja Randhir Singh had no son and, as per rule, his brother Maharaja Baldeo Singh ascended the throne after his death in _______

1. 1820
2. 1821
3. 1822
4. 1823

Q87. Soon a family dispute developed between Durjansal and Madho Singh. Madho Singh went to Deeg and started organizing an army. Charles Metcalf, the new resident at Delhi, intervened in the dispute and sent troops of the East India Company to attack the fortress at Bharatpur. The British forces under the Leadership of Lord Combermere reached Bharatpur on________

1. 10 December 1822
2. 10 December 1824
3. 10 December 1826
4. 10 December 1825

Q88. Consider Following about Maharaja Nawal Singh

1. Maharaja Nawal Singhwas first son of Maharaja Suraj Singh, Maharaja princely state Shekhawati.
2. He roclaimed at Jhunjhunu by General Balla Singh on receipt of news of his father’s death, 26 December 1692.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q89. Consider Following about Maharaja Sir Tej Singh Prabhakar,

1. Tej Singh was a supporter of Hindu Nationalism through the Akhil Bharatiya Hindu Mahasabha, and hosted the Akhil Bharatiya Kshatriya Mahasabhaof which he served as president in 1947
2. Tej Singh ruled for a decade, from 1937-1947

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q90. Consider the following about -History of Jaisalmer

1. The Maharajasof Jaisalmer trace their lineage back to Jaitsimha, a ruler of a rajput clan.
2. The major opponents of the Bhati Rajputs were the Rathorclans of Jodhpur and Bikaner

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q91. Consider Following about General Maharaja Sir Ganga Singh

1. Ganga Singh was born on 30 October 1880
2. As a ruler, he established a Chief Court in Bikaner, presided over by a Chief Judge who was assisted by two judges

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q92. Consider Following about General Maharaja Sir Ganga Singh

1. He also constructed the Lalgarh Palace at Bikaner (named in memory of his father Lall Singh) between 1902 and 1936.
2. He donated two ornately designed silver gates to be used as main doors of Karni Mata temple at Deshnok.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q93. Consider Following about Maharaja Karni Singh ji

1. He was also a politician, serving as a member of the Lok Sabhafor twenty-five years, from 1952 to 1977,
2. Born as PrinceKarni Singh on 21 April 1924 in the princely state of Bikaner,

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q94. Sri Raj Rajeshwar Maharajadhiraja Narendra Maharaja Shiromani Sri Dungar Singh Bahadur was a Maharaja of the princely state of Bikaner from _______

1887. 1862 to 1887.
1888. 1872 to 1897.
1889. 1862 to 1897.
1890. 1872 to 1887.

Q95. Consider Following about Lieutenant-General Sir Sadul Singh

1. On 30 March 1949, Sir Sadul merged Bikaner into the United State of Greater Rajasthan, and died in London a year later, aged 48.
2. He was was the last reigning Maharajaof Bikaner from 2 February 1943 to 30 March 1949.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q96. The region of _____ stretching across northern Rajasthan State in India, was earlier known as Jangladesh.

1. Bikaner
2. Jaisalmer
3. Jodhpur
4. Hanumangarh

Q97. Tejaji cattle fair at _______ in Nagaur district

1. Manasar
2. Parbatsar
3. Merta city
4. Tilwara

Q98. Consider Following about Bagri language

1. Bagri is a typical Indo-Aryan language, with SOVword order.
2. Bagri language forms something of a dialect bridgebetween Rajasthani, Punjabi and Haryanvi and takes its name from the Bagar tract region of Northwestern India

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q99. Consider Following about Urs festival

1. The Urs festivalis an annual festival held at Jodhpur, a city in the Indian state of Rajasthan
2. Urs festivalwhich commemorates the death anniversary of the Sufi saint Moinuddin Chishti, (founder of the Chishtiya Sufi order in India)

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q100. Consider Following about Marwari

1. Marwari is popularly written in Devanagariscript
2. Marwari is also found in the neighboring state of Gujaratand Haryana and in Eastern Pakistan

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

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Rajasthan is a state in northwestern India. It is the largest state in India by area, covering 342,239 square kilometers (132,139 sq mi). The state is bordered by Haryana and Punjab to the north, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh to the east, Gujarat to the south, and Pakistan to the west. The capital of Rajasthan is Jaipur.

The history of Rajasthan can be traced back to the 6th century BCE, when the region was ruled by the Mauryan Empire. After the fall of the Mauryan Empire, the region was ruled by a number of different dynasties, including the Guptas, the Chalukyas, and the Pratiharas. In the 12th century, the Rajputs emerged as a powerful force in the region. The Rajputs were a group of warrior clans who ruled over a number of different kingdoms in Rajasthan.

In the 16th century, the Mughal Empire conquered Rajasthan. The Mughals ruled over the region for over 200 years. During this time, Rajasthan saw a period of economic and cultural prosperity. However, the Mughal Empire began to decline in the 18th century. This led to a period of instability in Rajasthan.

In the 18th century, the Marathas emerged as a powerful force in the region. The Marathas were a Hindu warrior group who ruled over a large part of India. The Marathas invaded Rajasthan in the 17th century. They conquered a number of Rajput kingdoms and ruled over the region for over 100 years.

In the 19th century, the British East India Company conquered Rajasthan. The British ruled over the region for over 100 years. During this time, Rajasthan saw a period of economic and social development. The British built a number of roads, railways, and schools in the region. They also introduced a number of new technologies, such as the telegraph and the printing press.

In 1947, India gained independence from British rule. Rajasthan became a part of the Indian Union. The state of Rajasthan was formed on 30 March 1949, by merging the princely states of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Kota, and several smaller states.

Rajasthan is a land of culture and heritage. The state is home to a number of historical monuments, including the Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, the Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, and the City Palace in Udaipur. Rajasthan is also home to a number of traditional Art Forms, such as Rajasthani miniature painting, Rajasthani Folk Music, and Rajasthani dance.

Rajasthan is a beautiful state with a rich history and culture. The state is home to a number of different ethnic groups, each with its own unique culture and traditions. Rajasthan is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world.

Here are some frequently asked questions and short answers about Rajasthan history:

1. What is the history of Rajasthan?
   Rajasthan is a state in northwestern India. It is the largest state in India by area, covering 342,239 square kilometers (132,139 sq mi). The state is bordered by Punjab to the north, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh to the northeast, Madhya Pradesh to the east, Gujarat to the southeast, and the Pakistani province of Punjab to the west. The capital of Rajasthan is Jaipur.

The history of Rajasthan can be traced back to the 6th century BC, when the region was ruled by the Mauryan Empire. In the 7th century AD, the region was conquered by the Rajputs, who established a number of kingdoms in the region. The most powerful of these kingdoms was the Mewar kingdom, which was founded in the 8th century AD.

The Mewar kingdom was ruled by a number of powerful rulers, including Maharana Pratap, who is considered to be one of the greatest warriors in Indian history. In the 16th century, the Mewar kingdom was conquered by the Mughal Empire. However, the Mewar kingdom regained its independence in the 18th century.

In the 19th century, Rajasthan was ruled by a number of princely states. These princely states were eventually merged into the Indian Union in 1949. Rajasthan became a state of India in 1950.

1. Who are the main historical figures of Rajasthan?
   Some of the main historical figures of Rajasthan include:

2. Maharana Pratap: Maharana Pratap was the ruler of the Mewar kingdom from 1572 to 1597. He is considered to be one of the greatest warriors in Indian history.

3. Rani Padmini: Rani Padmini was the queen of Chittorgarh. She is known for her beauty and her courage.
4. Akbar: Akbar was the Mughal emperor from 1556 to 1605. He was a great ruler and a patron of the arts.
5. Jehangir: Jehangir was the Mughal emperor from 1605 to 1627. He was a great patron of the arts.
6. Shah Jahan: Shah Jahan was the Mughal emperor from 1628 to 1658. He is best known for building the Taj Mahal.

7. Aurangzeb: Aurangzeb was the Mughal emperor from 1658 to 1707. He was a great warrior and a devout Muslim.

8. What are some of the important events in Rajasthan history?
   Some of the important events in Rajasthan history include:

9. The Battle of Haldighati: The Battle of Haldighati was fought in 1576 between the Mewar kingdom and the Mughal Empire. The battle was a victory for the Mewar kingdom, and it is considered to be one of the most Important Battles in Indian history.

10. The Siege of Chittorgarh: The Siege of Chittorgarh was a siege of the Chittorgarh fort by the Mughal Empire in 1568. The siege lasted for eight months, and it ended with the capture of the fort by the Mughals.
11. The Battle of Khanwa: The Battle of Khanwa was fought in 1527 between the Mughal Empire and the Rajput confederacy. The battle was a victory for the Mughal Empire, and it marked the beginning of the Mughal conquest of India.
12. The Battle of Talikota: The Battle of Talikota was fought in 1565 between the Vijayanagara Empire and the Deccan sultanates. The battle was a victory for the Deccan sultanates, and it marked the end of the Vijayanagara Empire.

13. The Battle Of Plassey: The Battle of Plassey was fought in 1757 between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal. The battle was a victory for the British East India Company, and it marked the beginning of British rule in India.

14. What are some of the important places in Rajasthan history?
    Some of the important places in Rajasthan history include:

15. The Mehrangarh Fort: The Mehrangarh Fort is a fort in Jodhpur. It is one of the largest forts in India.

16. The Hawa Mahal: The Hawa Mahal is a palace in Jaipur. It is known for its intricate latticework.
17. The City Palace: The City Palace is a palace in Jaipur. It is one of the largest palaces in India.
18. The Amber Fort: The Amber Fort is a fort in Amber. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rajasthan.
19. The Jaisalmer Fort: The Jaisalmer Fort is a fort in Jais

1. The capital of the Pratihara dynasty was:
   (A) Kannauj
   (B) Gwalior
   (C) Ajmer
   (D) Delhi

2. The founder of the Mewar kingdom was:
   (A) Rana Pratap
   (B) Maharana Kumbha
   (C) Rana Sanga
   (D) Rana Jai Singh

3. The Battle of Haldighati was fought between the Mughals and the Mewar kingdom in the year:
   (A) 1576
   (B) 1582
   (C) 1597
   (D) 1605

4. The founder of the Marwar kingdom was:
   (A) Rao Jodha
   (B) Rao Maldeo
   (C) Jaswant Singh
   (D) Ajit Singh

5. The Battle of Khanwa was fought between the Mughals and the Rajputs in the year:
   (A) 1526
   (B) 1527
   (C) 1528
   (D) 1529

6. The founder of the Mughal empire was:
   (A) Babur
   (B) Humayun
   (C) Akbar
   (D) Jahangir

7. The Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal was:
   (A) Shah Jahan
   (B) Jahangir
   (C) Akbar
   (D) Aurangzeb

8. The Mughal emperor who was defeated by Shivaji Maharaj was:
   (A) Aurangzeb
   (B) Shah Jahan
   (C) Jahangir
   (D) Akbar

9. The founder of the MARATHA EMPIRE was:
   (A) Shivaji Maharaj
   (B) Sambhaji Maharaj
   (C) Rajaram Maharaj
   (D) Shahu Maharaj

10. The Battle of Pratapgad was fought between the Mughals and the Marathas in the year:
    (A) 1656
    (B) 1657
    (C) 1658
    (D) 1659

11. The Mughal emperor who was defeated by the Marathas at the Battle of Panipat was:
    (A) Aurangzeb
    (B) Shah Jahan
    (C) Jahangir
    (D) Akbar

12. The founder of the Sikh empire was:
    (A) Guru Nanak Dev Ji
    (B) Guru Gobind Singh Ji
    (C) Guru Hargobind Ji
    (D) Guru Arjun Dev Ji

13. The Battle of Chamkaur was fought between the Sikhs and the Mughals in the year:
    (A) 1699
    (B) 1700
    (C) 1701
    (D) 1702

14. The Mughal emperor who was defeated by the Sikhs at the Battle of Chamkaur was:
    (A) Aurangzeb
    (B) Shah Jahan
    (C) Jahangir
    (D) Akbar

15. The British East India Company was established in the year:
    (A) 1600
    (B) 1601
    (C) 1602
    (D) 1603

16. The first British Governor-General of India was:
    (A) Warren Hastings
    (B) Robert Clive
    (C) Lord Cornwallis
    (D) Lord Dalhousie

17. The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was also known as the:
    (A) Sepoy Mutiny
    (B) First War of Independence
    (C) Indian Mutiny
    (D) Great Rebellion

18. The Indian National Congress was founded in the year:
    (A) 1885
    (B) 1886
    (C) 1887
    (D) 1888

19. The first President of the Indian National Congress was:
    (A) W.C. Bonnerjee
    (B) Dadabhai Naoroji
    (C) Gopal Krishna Gokhale
    (D) Bal Gangadhar Tilak

20. The Indian Independence Act was passed in the year:
    (A) 1947
    (B) 1948
    (C) 1949
    (D) 1950