Rajasthan Art History and Culture Practice Question and Answer

Q:

For which fort Col. James Tod said, “If he is offered a Jagir in Rajasthan, he will choose this fort"?

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    Chittorgarh
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    Bhainsrorgarh
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    Nahargarh
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    Ranthambhor
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Answer : 2. " Bhainsrorgarh "
Explanation :

1. Colonel James Tod had said that if he was offered a jagir in Rajasthan, he would choose the fort of Bhainsrodgarh. Bhainsrodgarh Fort is located in Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan. It is an ancient and historical fort known for its beauty and natural beauty.

2. Todd was a British historian and diplomat who wrote several books on the history and culture of Rajasthan. He called Bhainsrodgarh fort "Paradise of Rajasthan". He said the citadel is "a unique place for its beauty, natural beauty and historical importance."

Q:

What was the name of Pabuji's father?

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    Surajmal
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    Dhandhal Ji
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    Jaimal
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    Tahadji
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Answer : 2. "Dhandhal Ji"
Explanation :

1. Pabuji was born in 1239 AD in Kolu (present-day Barmer, Rajasthan). His father's name was Dhandhalji Rathore. Dhandhalji Rathore had four children, out of which he had two sons and two daughters. His sons' names were Pabuji and Bura and his daughters' names were Sona and Pema.

2. According to historian Muhannaut Nainasi, great poet Modji Ashiya and regional people, Pabuji Rathod was born from the womb of an Apsara. According to him, Pabuji's birthplace was a village named Juna in Khari Khabar, 8 miles ahead of the present Barmer city.

3. Pabuji's place of worship is in Kolu (Phalodi). Their fair is also held here in Kolu every year. Because he got up in the middle of his marriage and went to save the cows, he is shown in the groom's clothes. His symbol is popular in the form of a horse rider with a spear in his hand.

4. The villagers consider Pabuji to be the incarnation of Lakshman ji and worship him as a folk deity. People also worship Pabuji as the god of camels.

Q:

Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?

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    Badla (water bottle) - Jaipur
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    Masuria Saree - Kota
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    Namda - Jodhpur
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    Marble carving - Tonk
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Answer : 2. "Masuria Saree - Kota"

Q:

In which state did the Jasnathi community originate?

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    Jodhpur
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    Bikaner
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    Tonk
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    Alwar
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Answer : 2. "Bikaner"

Q:

Which one of the following is not included among branches of Dadu Panth? 

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    Virakta
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    Khaki
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    Gaudiya
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    Naga
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Answer : 3. "Gaudiya "
Explanation :

Branches of the Dadu sect

After the death of Daduji, the Dadu sect was divided into 6 branches, which are as follows.

  1. Khalsa- It is associated with Naraina, the main seat of Dadu sect. The head of this branch was his son Garibdas ji.

  2. Naga-Nagapanth was established in the Dadu sect by Sant Sunderdas ji. Naga Sadhus carried weapons with them and served as enlisted soldiers in the Jaipur state. When the public became upset with their terror, Sawai Jai Singh made a rule and banned them from possessing weapons.

  3. Dispassionate- These were the merry-go-round Sadhus of the Dadu sect who gave orders to the householders.

  4. Khaki - He used to apply ashes on his body and wore khaki clothes.

  5. Uttarade - who left Rajasthan and went towards Northern India.

  6. Nihang - Those monks who were nomads.

Q:

Where is the only Vibhishan temple of the state located?

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    Kathun
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    Kekari
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    Jahazpur
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    Bankaliya
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Answer : 1. "Kathun"

Q:

In which district is Akal Wood Fossil Park located?

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    Jaisalmer
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    Banswara
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    Jaipur
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    Churu
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Answer : 1. "Jaisalmer"
Explanation :

1. Wood Fossil Park is located in the 'Marubhoomi National Park'.

2. Akal Wood Fossil Park is a National Geological Monument of India.

3. It is situated in Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan.

4. It is also a biodiversity heritage site.

Q:

Rajasthan's famous folk art "Bewan" is - 

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    Presenting the life of a folk deity through paintings on a khadi cloth.
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    A throne made of wood on which the idol of Thakurji is adorned and seated.
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    A sword shaped figure made of wood which is used in Ramleela drama
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    A temple shaped figure made of wood with doors.
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Answer : 4. "A temple shaped figure made of wood with doors."

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