11. Which lake in Rajasthan has been renamed as Varun Sagar Lake?
[A] Nakki Lake
[B] Foy Sagar Lake
[C] Samand Lake
[D] Kaylana Lake
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Correct Answer: B [Foy Sagar Lake]
Notes:
Ajmer municipal corporation renamed Foy Sagar Lake to Varun Sagar and King Edward Memorial to Maharishi Dayanand Memorial Vishranti Grah. Foy Sagar Lake in Rajasthan was built in 1892 as a famine relief project by the English engineer Foy. Until 1995, it was Ajmer’s main drinking water source before the Bisalpur Dam was constructed. The lake was neglected but revived last year to supply water to nearby regions.
12. Which district in Rajasthan recently introduced the ‘MY NREGA App’ for employment efficiency?
[A] Sikar
[B] Ajmer
[C] Sirohi
[D] Barmer
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Correct Answer: D [Barmer]
Notes:
Barmer District launched the ‘MY NREGA App’ to improve the MNREGA process, allowing workers to apply for jobs digitally from home. The app eliminates the need for workers to visit Gram Panchayats, streamlining employment requests and reducing delays. The app allows family members to apply on behalf of others and provides real-time tracking of applications. MNREGA workers, especially women, actively participated in the app’s launch. It is being tested in five Gram Panchayats before a district-wide rollout. The app promotes digitization, efficiency, and transparency in rural welfare programs.
13. In the context of traditional crafts, consider the following statements:
- The Kutch region is known for its intricate bandhani tie-dye textile art.
- The Pattachitra painting style originates from Rajasthan.
- The Channapatna toys are made using a traditional wooden lac-turning technique.
How many of the above statements are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] All three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: B [Only two]
Notes:- The Kutch region is known for its intricate bandhani tie-dye textile art: This is correct. Bandhani is a traditional tie-dye technique from Kutch, Gujarat.
- The Pattachitra painting style originates from Rajasthan: This is incorrect. Pattachitra originates from Odisha and West Bengal, not Rajasthan.
- The Channapatna toys are made using a traditional wooden lac-turning technique: This is correct. The toys are crafted using a traditional method involving lac and wood in Karnataka.
14. In the light of India’s projects on connectivity, consider the following statements:
| Corridor/Highway | Connecting Cities |
|---|
| BCIM Economic Corridor | Lhasa (China) – Kolkata (India) |
| India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway | Moreh (India) – Mae Sot (Thailand) |
| East-West Corridor (Golden Quadrilateral) | Kolkatta (Bengal) – Jaipur (Rajasthan) |
How many of the above pairs are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] All three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: A [Only one]
Notes:- BCIM Economic Corridor – Lhasa (China) – Kolkata (India): Incorrect: The BCIM Economic Corridor connects Kunming (China) to Kolkata (India), not Lhasa. Lhasa is not part of the corridor.
- India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway – Moreh (India) – Mae Sot (Thailand): Correct: This highway connects Moreh (India) to Mae Sot (Thailand), as per the connectivity project.
- East-West Corridor (Golden Quadrilateral) – Kolkata (Bengal) – Jaipur (Rajasthan): Incorrect: The East-West Corridor (part of the Golden Quadrilateral) connects Silchar (Assam) to Porbandar (Gujarat), not Kolkata and Jaipur.
15. In the light of India’s rich cultural heritage, consider the following statements regarding religious and cultural events:
| Festival | State(s) and Description |
|---|
| Maha Kumbh Mela | Held every 12 years at sacred river confluences, a major Hindu pilgrimage. |
| Pushkar Camel Fair | One of the largest livestock fairs held annually in Pushkar, Rajasthan attracts tourists and traders. |
| Hornbill Festival | Celebrated annually in Kohima to showcase the rich culture of the Naga tribes with various traditional dances and performances. |
| Jagannath Rath Yatra | A famous festival in Puri featuring massive chariots carrying Lord Jagannath is celebrated annually with grand processions. |
Which of the following pairs is/are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] Only three
[D] All four
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Correct Answer: D [All four]
Notes:- Maha Kumbh Mela: Correct. Held every 12 years at four sacred river confluences in India (Allahabad, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain), the Maha Kumbh Mela is a major Hindu pilgrimage attracting millions of devotees.
- Pushkar Camel Fair: Correct. It is one of the largest livestock fairs in the world, held annually in Pushkar, Rajasthan. This fair draws both tourists and traders, making it a vibrant cultural and economic event.
- Hornbill Festival: Correct. Celebrated annually in Kohima, Nagaland, the Hornbill Festival showcases the rich culture of the Naga tribes, featuring traditional dances, performances, and tribal arts.
- Jagannath Rath Yatra: Correct. The Jagannath Rath Yatra is a famous festival held in Puri, Odisha, where grand processions with massive chariots carry Lord Jagannath. It is celebrated annually and attracts thousands of devotees.
Thus, all four pairs are correct.
16. The Operation Sard Hawa has conducted by which armed force in the western border of Rajasthan?
[A] Border Security Force (BSF)
[B] Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
[C] Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
[D] Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
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Correct Answer: A [Border Security Force (BSF)]
Notes:
BSF has launched ‘Operation Sard Hawa’ along the Pakistan border in the western Rajasthan to prevent infiltration during foggy winters, running from January 22 to 29. This operation enhances vigilance with ultra-modern weapons, advanced instruments, and intensified patrols by vehicles and camels in inaccessible areas. Officers and soldiers, including those from headquarters, are deployed near the fencing to monitor activities continuously. BSF’s intelligence wing actively coordinates with other agencies to track suspicious activities. Key objectives include boosting border security, increasing soldier deployment, enhancing surveillance, and maintaining day-night dominance along the border.
17. A rare carnivorous plant ‘Utricularia’ has been found at which national park in Rajasthan?
[A] Darrah National Park
[B] Desert National Park
[C] Keoladeo National Park
[D] Ranthambore National Park
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Correct Answer: C [Keoladeo National Park]
Notes:
A rare carnivorous plant, Utricularia, has been found in large numbers at Rajasthan’s Keoladeo National Park. Utricularia, or bladderwort, belongs to the family Lentibulariaceae and includes 220 species found in temperate and tropical habitats worldwide. These plants lack roots and have floating stems with simple or divided leaves. They produce small carnivorous bladders that range from dark to transparent and trap tiny animals like insect larvae and water fleas. The trap door mechanism activates within milliseconds, capturing prey efficiently. Utricularia plants are found in lakes, streams, and waterlogged soils, with some species being invasive.
18. Artesian condition was recently observed at which place in Rajasthan?
[A] Bikaner
[B] Alwar
[C] Jaisalmer
[D] Bhilwara
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Correct Answer: C [Jaisalmer]
Notes:
The artesian condition was recently observed in Taranagar village, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. The term “artesian” refers to water confined under pressure below layers of impermeable rock. This water is located deeper beneath the earth’s surface, surrounded by poorly permeable rocks, creating high underground pressure. Artesian conditions occur when groundwater moves from a recharge area to a discharge point at a lower elevation. Unlike normal tube wells, artesian water can naturally sprout from underground without any external assistance.
19. Consider the following pairs:
| Punjab | First state to achieve 100% piped water supply |
| Kerala | First state to achieve 100% literacy rate in India |
| Rajasthan | First state to implement the Right to Information Act |
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
[A] Only one pair
[B] Only two pairs
[C] All three pairs
[D] None of the pairs
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Correct Answer: B [Only two pairs]
Notes:- Punjab: It is the fifth state to achieve 100% piped water supply to rural households, not the first. So, this pair is incorrect.
- Goa was the first state in India to achieve 100% piped water supply in rural areas.
- Kerala: It was the first state in India to achieve a 100% literacy rate in 1991, making this pair correct.
- Rajasthan: It was the first state to implement the Right to Information Act in 2000, making this pair correct as well.
Thus, only two pairs are correct.
20. The Urs Festival is observed in which city of Rajasthan?
[A] Ajmer
[B] Jodhpur
[C] Bikaner
[D] Jaisalmer
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Correct Answer: A [Ajmer]
Notes:
The countdown for the 813th Urs begins. It is an annual festival held at Ajmer, Rajasthan. It commemorates the death anniversary of Sufi saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, also called Garib Nawaz. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti arrived in India with Sultan Illtuttmish and promoted the Chishtiyya Order of Sufism. The festival celebrates his life and teachings, drawing thousands of devotees to Ajmer each year.
