Rajasthan Art History and Culture Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Pushkar fair is organized-

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    Karthik Amavasya
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    Karthik Purnima
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    Vaisakh Purnima
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    Vaishakh Amavasya
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Answer : 2. "Karthik Purnima"

Q:

In the memory of which folk God is the Tilwara cattle fair organised ? 

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    Tejaji
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    Mallinathji
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    Pabuji
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    Ramdevji
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Answer : 2. "Mallinathji "

Q:

Baneshwar Fair is held - 

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    Magh Purnima
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    Sawan Purnima
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    Kartik Purnima
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    Chaitra Purnima
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Answer : 1. "Magh Purnima"
Explanation :

1. The famous Beneshwar fair of Rajasthan is held in the month of Magh. Beneshwar Fair is a popular tribal fair held in Dungarpur district of Rajasthan state, India.

2. The fair is held in the month of February at Beneshwar, a small delta formed by the Soma River and 68.4 kilometers from Dungarpur.

3. Beneshwar Fair holds immense religious significance for the Bhils, a tribal community located in Rajasthan and neighboring states.

4. This tribe gathers here in large numbers, making the festival no less than the Kumbh Mela of the tribes.

5. The term Beneshwar is generally addressed to Lord Shiva and the Shiva Linga present in the Mahadev temple which is situated near the confluence of the Som, Mahi and Jakham rivers.

Q:

Which of the following (Literary work - Writer) is not correctly matched?


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    Prabandha Chintamani - Merutunga
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    Raj vallabh - Mandan
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    Parshwanath Charitra - Shridhar
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    Prabandh Kosh - Chandrashekhar
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Answer : 4. "Prabandh Kosh - Chandrashekhar"
Explanation :

All of the following (Literary work – Author) are matched.

(A) Prabandha Chintamani – Merutung

(B) Raj Vallabh - Mandan

(C) Parshvanath character – Sridhar

(D) Managing Fund – Rajashekhar Suri

Q:

The district of Rajasthan which forms both the inter-state and international border lines?

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    Bikaner
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    Jaisalmer
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    Sriganganagar
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    Bharatpur
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Answer : 3. "Sriganganagar "

Q:

What is 'Palan'? 

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    A folk musical instrument
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    The seat to be placed on the horse
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    The seat to be placed on the camel
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    Synonym of Gorband
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Answer : 3. "The seat to be placed on the camel "
Explanation :

1. In Rajasthani language, "Palan" means "saddle placed on a camel". It is made of wood or metal, and has a seat for riding on the back of a camel. The palan usually consists of a back, a mattress, and a halter. Palan camels are used for riding, carrying goods, or both. 

2. The owner of five hundred camels is called (Pachasadi).

3. The bundle of grass loaded on a camel is called hay.

4. Palan is tied on the back of the camel for carrying it.

5. To enhance the beauty of the camel, a cow's neck is worn.

6. In Marwari, the sitting of a camel is called (Jhaikna).

Q:

Impressed by strong natural security system of which famous fort, Abul Fazl wrote that "All other forts are unclad, while this fort is armoured"? 

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    Ranthambhore
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    Chittor
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    Mehrangarh
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    Amer
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Answer : 1. "Ranthambhore "
Explanation :

1. Ranthambore is a historical fort and national park located in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan. This fort was built by the Chauhan Rajputs in the 10th century. This fort is famous for its natural beauty and historical importance.

2. Ranthambore Fort is a huge and strong fort. This fort is situated on a high hill. The walls of the fort are very thick and strong. There are many temples, palaces, and other buildings inside the fort.

3. Impressed by the strong natural security system of Ranthambore Fort, Abul Fazal wrote that “All other forts are naked, whereas this fort is armoured”.

Q:

Who is recognized as the folk goddess of Alwar region?

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    Sugali Mata
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    Sachchia Mata
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    Latiyala Mata
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    Jilani Mata
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Answer : 4. "Jilani Mata"
Explanation :

1. Jilani Mata is considered to be the folk goddess of Alwar region.

2. Jilani Mata Temple is located in Behror, Alwar.

3. Every year two fairs are organized in the temple premises.

4. The ancient name of Alwar is Salav. It was a part of the Matsya Kingdom, one of the 16 ancient Mahajanapadas.

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