States PCS: Rajasthan GK Questions for RPSC (RAS) Examinations
1. Mahant Chand Nath, who passed away recently, was the Member of Parliament (MP) from which Lok Sabha constituency of Rajasthan?
[A] Bharatpur
[B] Alwar
[C] Jaipur
[D] Churu
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Correct Answer: B [Alwar]
Notes:
Mahant Chand Nath (61), the noted BJP politician and religious leader, has passed away at a Delhi hospital on September 17, 2017. He represented the Alwar Lok Sabha constituency of Rajasthan. Nath had won the Alwar seat in the 2014 parliamentary elections after defeating Congress candidate and former Union minister Jitendra Singh.
2. Which of the following has become the first Open Defecation Free (ODF) tribe district of Rajasthan?
[A] Dungarpur
[B] Ajmer
[C] Churu
[D] Tonk
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Correct Answer: A [Dungarpur]
Notes:
In Rajasthan, Dungarpur has become the first Open Defecation Free (ODF) tribe district of the state. With this, Dungarpur has also become the first ODF district of Udaipur division. The district administration has achieved the goal of building 2 lakh 85 thousand toilets in 291 panchayats. This is the result of the extraordinary efforts made in Dungarpur towards Swachch Bharat Abhiyan. Having more than 65 percent tribal population, objective of making the district ODF has been acquired before the time limit by the District Administration with continues awareness campaign and public participation. Dungarpur city has also been declared the cleanest city of the state for two consecutive years for the year 2016 and 2017.
3. Who among the following Kings of Rajasthan was a victim of Patricide?
[A] Rana Sanga
[B] Rana Kumbha
[C] Rana Udai Singh
[D] Rawal Ratan Singh
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Correct Answer: B [Rana Kumbha]
Notes:
Rana Kumbha was killed by his son Udai Singh I in 1468. However, Uday Singh died or murdered in 1473 and was succeeded by his brother Raimal. Raimal was later succeeded by his son Sangram Singh or Rana Sanga. Thus, Rana Sanga was grandson of Rana Kumbha.
4. Consider the following places of historic and heritage importance in India:
- Rewalsar Lake
- Belum Caves
- Angelo Fort
- Pari Tibba
Which of the following is the correct order of above from north to south?
[A] 1 2 3 4
[B] 1 4 3 2
[C] 1 4 2 3
[D] 4 3 2 1
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Correct Answer: C [1 4 2 3 ]
Notes:- Rewalsar Lake, Himachal Pradesh – This serene lake has roots in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. There are three Buddhist monasteries, a Hindu temple, and a gurudwara surrounding the lake. It’s said Guru Padmasambhava, who introduced Buddhism to Tibet, meditated here in the 8th century.
- Pari Tibba, Odisha – Situated in Sundargarh district, this is an ancient Buddhist center consisting of several temples and monasteries dating from the 8th-12th centuries AD. The scenic hill offers beautiful views and is surrounded by deep forests.
- Belum Caves, Andhra Pradesh – These are the second largest caves in the Indian subcontinent. These natural caves have long passages, spacious chambers, freshwater galleries and siphons. They were discovered back in 1884 and have archaeological evidence of human habitation from prehistoric times.
- Angelo Fort, Kannur, Kerala – Built in 1505 by the first Portuguese Viceroy, this European styled fort on the Arabian Sea contains many pieces of colonial history. It was also known as Kannur Fort during the British rule. The fort is well-preserved and offers sweeping views of Kannur beach.
5. The following river originates in Rajasthan and disappears in Gujarat?
[A] Luni
[B] Narmada
[C] Tapi
[D] Banas
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Correct Answer: A [Luni]
Notes:
The Luni is a river of western Rajasthan state, India. It originates in the Pushkar valley of the Aravalli Range, near Ajmer and ends in the marshy lands of Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, after traveling a distance of 530 km
6. Which among the following is not located in Rajasthan?
[A] Karni Mata temple.
[B] Eklingji
[C] Junagarh Fort
[D] Narwar Fort
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Correct Answer: D [Narwar Fort]
Notes:
Narwar Fort is located in the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh. The fort is situated on a hilltop, about 500 feet above ground level, and covers an area of 8 square kilometers. The fort is surrounded by the Kali Sindh River, which forms a natural moat. The fort is said to have been built or rebuilt by the Kachwaha Rajputs in the 10th century. It is also known for the love story of Nal and Damayanti.
7. Who among the following established Mewar Kingdom in Rajasthan ?
[A] Nagaditya
[B] Shiladitya
[C] Bappa Rawal
[D] Mahdenra II
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Correct Answer: C [Bappa Rawal]
Notes:
Mewar or Mewad is a region in the south-central part of Rajasthan state of India. It was established by Bappa Rawal. The bardic chronicles describe him as a member of the Guhila clan of Rajputs, and some of these consider him as the founder of the Guhila dynasty.
8. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct regarding tribal groups in India:
- Bhils are the people of Dravidian stock now living in M.P. and Rajasthan.
- The Gonds constitute the largest tribal group of India.
- Onges, Shompens and Sentinelese are the inhabitants of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
[A] 1 and 2
[B] 1 and 3
[C] Only 3
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 3]
Notes:- Bhils are the people of Dravidian stock now living in M.P. and Rajasthan: This statement is incorrect. Bhils are not of Dravidian stock. They are the largest tribal group spread across Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
- The Gonds constitute the largest tribal group of India: This statement is incorrect. Gonds are the second largest tribal group, found mainly in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and adjoining areas. Bhils are the largest.
- Onges, Shompens and Sentinelese are the inhabitants of Andaman and Nicobar Islands: This statement is correct. These are some of the indigenous tribal groups inhabiting the Andaman islands.
9. India has signed how much amount of 2nd loan agreement with New Development Bank (NDB) for Rajasthan Water Project?
[A] $200 million
[B] $100 million
[C] $115 million
[D] $185 million
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Correct Answer: B [$100 million]
Notes:
India has signed the second loan agreement of $100 million with New Development Bank (NDB) for Rajasthan Water Sector Restructuring Project for Desert Areas on 13th February 2018 at New Delhi. This is the first tranche loan approved by the NDB under the Multi Tranche Financing Facility of $345 Million for this project. The project implementation period is six years. Rajasthan government will implement the project primarily through its Water Resources Department. The purpose of this project is to rehabilitate the 678 kilometre long Indira Gandhi Canal system built during 1958 to 1963 to prevent seepage, conserve water, and enhance water use efficiency as mandated by both national and state level policies on water use.
10. Alauddin Khilji attacked and captured Chittorgarh in Mewar, Rajasthan and changed its’ name as__:
[A] Khizarabad
[B] Mevabad
[C] Khilijabad
[D] Khasirabad
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Correct Answer: A [Khizarabad ]
Notes:
In 1303, Alauddin Khilji attacked and captured Chittorgarh in Mewar, Rajasthan. Khizr khan, the eldest son of Alauddin Khilji, was made the governor of Chittor and on his name Chittor was renamed as Khizrabad.
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