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Rajasthan Art and Culture GK Questions and Answers

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Q :  

What percentage of Sahariya tribe is found in Kishanganj and Shahabad?

(A) 98

(B) 95

(C) 85

(D) 95.20

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

1. Sahariya is the most backward scheduled tribe in Rajasthan.

2. 98 percent Sahariya tribals live in Kishanganj and Shahbad tehsil of Baran district.


Q :  

'Sugan Chidi' is considered to be the form of which Lokmata?

(A) Sheetla Mata

(B) Swangia Mata

(C) Naganechi Mata

(D) Ayed Mata

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

Swaangiya Mata: If we look at the origin of the folk goddesses and clan goddesses who are symbols of faith in the people of Rajasthan, we will find that many famous goddesses, symbols of power, were born in Charankul. Among the famous goddesses born in Charankul, Awad, Swangiyan, Karni Mata etc. are prominent. Along with the stories of glory of different dynasties, many miraculous incidents of these goddesses are recorded on the pages of history.


Q :  

The ruler of which region was Swangia Mata Kuldevi?

(A) Jaisalmer

(B) Udaipur

(C) Bikaner

(D) Barmer

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

Swaangiya Mata: If we look at the origin of the folk goddesses and clan goddesses who are symbols of faith in the people of Rajasthan, we will find that many famous goddesses, symbols of power, were born in Charankul. Among the famous goddesses born in Charankul, Awad, Swangiyan, Karni Mata etc. are prominent. Along with the stories of glory of different dynasties, many miraculous incidents of these goddesses are recorded on the pages of history.


Q :  

Constructed temples in Osian near Jodhpur-

(A) Pratiharas

(B) Gujar

(C) Rajputs

(D) Jats

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

1. The temple of Osiya near Jodhpur was built by the Pratiharas.

2. The temples of Ossia are divided into two groups – eastern and western.

3. Among the eastern group, the most impressive are the three Hari-Hara temples built in the Maha-Maru style of architecture.


Q :  

Name the person resident of Rajasthan who wrote the book 'Intkaal'-

(A) Sujansingh Parik

(B) none of these

(C) Shiv Charan Sen

(D) Jai Singh Ashawat

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

Rajasthan resident Shiv Charan Sen who wrote the book Intkaal.


Q :  

whom is the 'Kirti Stambh' located in Chittor Fort dedicated?

(A) Rana Sanga

(B) Rana Kumbha

(C) Jain Tirthankara Adinatha

(D) Mahavir Swami

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

1. Chittorgarh Fort is a historical fort located in Chittorgarh city in the state of Rajasthan, India. It is one of the largest and most important forts in India, and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

2. Apart from all these attractions, the most special are the two stone pillars here, which are called Kirti Stambh and Vijay Stambh. These two pillars reflect the glorious past of the fort and the Rajput dynasty. Both these pillars attract tourists with their beauty, architecture and height.


Q :  

'Mandal' is related to?

(A) Rain clouds

(B) female lioness

(C) Instrumental

(D) none of these

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

'Mandal' is a musical instrument. It is an Indian sitar, nowadays used for vocal Hindustani classical music.


Q :  

How many branches of Guhils are mentioned in the fame of Nainasi?

(A) forty two

(B) twenty

(C) twenty four

(D) thirty six

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

1. 24 branches of Guhilas have been mentioned in Nainasi's fame.

2. Nainasi's fame is a Rajasthani historical text, which was written by Muhnaut Nainasi in the 17th century. This text is considered an important source on the history of Mewar.


Q :  

With which place is Sant Mavji Maharaj related?

(A) Mangarh Dham

(B) Tripura Sundari

(C) Beneshwar Dham

(D) Ghotia Amba

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

The predictions made about 237 years ago from the pen of Mahant Mavji Maharaj of Beneshwar Dham (Triveni Sangam), who is worshiped as a spotless God, are being proved correct today. These manuscripts, written in Vaagdi language, are still preserved in Mavji's birthplace (presently a temple) in Sabala (Dungarpur).


Q :  

'Bam dance' is the famous dance of which of the following?

(A) Alwar Bharatpur

(B) Jaipur Ajmer

(C) Udaipur Sirohi

(D) Jaisalmer Barmer Ajmer

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

'Bam dance' is famous in Alwar-Bharatpur. It is a dance performed only by men to the beat of a big drum (Bam-Bam) on the occasion of Holi in Bharatpur and Alwar region.


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