Rajasthan GK Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Which city of Rajasthan is also known as 'City of Stepwell'? 

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    Bundi
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    Barmer
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    Kota
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    Tonk
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Answer : 1. "Bundi "

Q:

Dudhwakhara Peasant Movement was related. to which state? 

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    Jodhpur
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    Jaisalmer
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    Bikaner
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    Jaipur
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Answer : 3. "Bikaner "
Explanation :

1. “Dudhwa Khara Movement”, was an important independence movement in 1942.

2. Some important people who led this movement were Hanuman Singh Budania and Nyola Ram Jaria.

3. The leaders participated in “Bikaner Rajya Praja Parishad” to join the freedom struggle.

4. Dudhwa Khara is a village located in Churu district of Rajasthan.

5. This place has many designed mansions and camel safaris.

Q:

 Rana Sanga and Babur were face to face in the battle of Khanwa in 1527. Where is this place named Khanwa located at present?

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    Bharatpur
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    Dholpur
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    Dausa
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    Bundi
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Answer : 1. "Bharatpur"
Explanation :

1. Maharana Sanga was the king of Sisodia Rajput dynasty in Udaipur.

2. Maharana Sanga was called "Hindupat".

3. Maharana Sanga ruled Mewar from 1509 to 1528.

4. Rana Sanga was a brave warrior and ruler, who was famous for his bravery and generosity.

5. He bravely protected his kingdom from the attacks of the Mughal emperors of Delhi, Gujarat and Malwa. He was the most powerful Hindu king of that time.

7. The last rites of Maharana Sanga's body were performed in Mandalgarh.

8. Sangram Singh I (Rana Sanga) was the ruler of Mewar.

9. He was a fierce Rajput king known for his courage and tenacity.

10. Rana Sanga was the grandson of Rana Kumbha and son of Rana Raimal.

11. Mughal emperor Babar defeated the Rajput army led by Rana Sanga of Mewar in the Battle of Khanwa (Bharatpur) in 1527.

12. Babar described him as the greatest Indian king of that time.

13. He was poisoned by his own nobles and died in Kalpi in 1528.

14. He was succeeded by his son Ratan Singh II.

15. Rana Sanga's nicknames include ruins of humans (due to many wounds), ruins of soldiers, part of a soldier, Hindupat etc.

Q:

Crescent shaped sand dunes are known as -

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    Seif
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    Barkhan
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    Lunet
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    Shrub coppice
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Answer : 2. "Barkhan "
Explanation :

Barkhan: Barkhans are found between high and low hills. Sometimes they get scattered here and there too. In the Sahara desert, there is also a way to move between the barkhans, which are known as Ghasi and Caravan. Their shape is also half-moon shaped and arched. When the direction of the wind changes, the position of the cloud also changes. Their size is up to 100 miles long and up to 600 feet high. The one in front of Barkhan. The slope is gentle and the opposite slope is concave.

Q:

In which district is the Shiv temple of Charchoma located?

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    Jhalawar
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    Kota
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    Bundi
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    Tonk
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Answer : 2. "Kota"

Q:

Which of the following organisations is known for its important role in preservation and promotion of the art of puppetry in Rajasthan?

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    Indian Art Palace, Delhi
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    Sardool Rajasthani Research Institute, Bikaner
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    Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal, Udaipur
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    Rajasthani Shodh Sansthan, Jodhpur
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Answer : 3. "Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal, Udaipur "
Explanation :

1. Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal is known for its important role in the preservation and promotion of puppetry art in Rajasthan. This institution was established in 1952 in Udaipur. Its objective is to promote knowledge and research in the field of folk arts, performing arts and puppetry.

2. Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal organizes many programs to preserve various forms of puppetry art. These include training of puppeteers, performing puppet plays and researching the art of puppetry.

Q:

Which districts of Rajasthan are covered under the Narmada Canal Project?

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    Dungarpur, Banswara
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    Kota, Jhalawar
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    Jalore, Barmer
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    Pratapgarh, Udaipur
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Answer : 3. "Jalore, Barmer"
Explanation :

1. Sprinkler irrigation system has been made mandatory for the first time in Rajasthan in the Narmada Canal Project.

2. Narmada Canal Project is between Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh.

3. This project is also known as Bhagirathi of Marwar.

4. It is completely based on sprinkler irrigation method.

5. The districts of Rajasthan benefited from Narmada Canal Project are Jalore-Barmer.

6. The total length of Narmada Canal Project is 532 km.

7. Rajasthan's total share in Narmada Canal Project is 0.50 M.A.F.

8. Sardar Sarovar Dam is used for the Narmada Canal Project.

9. The total length of the Narmada Canal Project is 532 km of which 458 km is in Gujarat and 74 km in Rajasthan.

Q:

On which day World Environment Day is celebrated?

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    5th May
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    5th June
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    22nd March
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    22nd April
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Answer : 2. "5th June"
Explanation :

1. World Environment Day is celebrated every year on 5 June.

2. Its objective is to make mankind aware of the environment.

3. First held in 1973, it has been a platform to raise awareness on environmental issues such as marine pollution, overpopulation, global warming, sustainable development and wildlife crime. World Environment Day is a global platform for public outreach, with participation from over 143 countries annually.

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