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Rajasthan Common GK Quiz and Answers

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Q :  

In the context of Rajasthan "Plug and Play facility" refers -

(A) to spread education among the children of disadvantaged community

(B) to setting up of manufacturing industrial units

(C) to protect the girl child below the age of eighteen years

(D) to promote cooperative societies

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

In the context of Rajasthan, “Plug and Play Facility” means establishment of manufacturing industrial units.


Q :  

Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) is related to which condition?

(A) Formation of sand/sand dunes

(B) Change in ecology

(C) Soil/soil erosion/erosion

(D) Forest erosion

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

Structural equation modeling (SEM) deals with state change in ecology.


Q :  

Where has the Japanese Zone been developed for industrial development in Rajasthan?

(A) Jaipur

(B) Kota

(C) Alwar

(D) Ajmer

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

1. Rajasthan is one of the only states in the country to have a special Japanese investment zone at Neemrana in Alwar district, 130 kilometers from Jaipur.

2. About 545 acres of industrial land is reserved in Majarkath-Neemrana for Japanese investment.

3. Most of the investments are in the auto sector. The total investment of 27 companies is Rs 2539.60 crore.


Q :  

Olive oil refinery is located in Rajasthan in-

(A) Lunkaransar

(B) Sardarshahar

(C) Mandore

(D) Deshnok

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

The then Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Smt. Vasundhara Raje inaugurated the refinery for Rs 3.75 crore in the Lunkaransar area of Bikaner on October 3, 2014. With this, Rajasthan became the first state in the country to establish this type of refinery. Through this, 11,574.09 kg of olive oil has been produced, given the brand name 'Raj Olive Oil'. Bikaner is also being developed as a centre for olive cultivation.


Q :  

Rajasthan Financial Corporation was set up in the year ................... by the Government of Rajasthan.

(A) 1952

(B) 1955

(C) 1965

(D) 1972

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

1. Rajasthan Financial Corporation (RFC) was formed on 17 January 1955 under the SFCs Act, 1951.

2. The headquarters of RFC is located in Jaipur.

3. RFC provides long term financial assistance to small, scale and medium industries in the state of Rajasthan.

4. Rajasthan Financial Corporation has 37 branches and 5 sub-offices in 33 districts of the state.


Q :  

In which districts are the Palash Forests found in Rajasthan?

(A) Alwar, Ajmer, Udaipur, Rajsamand

(B) Kota, Bundi, Baran, Sawai Madhopur

(C) Nagaur, Jalore, Bharatpur, Baran

(D) Banswara, Dungarpur, Jhalawar

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

1. Palash (Butea monosperma) is one of the very important species of Rajasthan which is mainly seen around Southern Aravali and South-Eastern Aravali. This species is an important part of the 5 tropical dry deciduous forests and forms E5 – Palash forest in India.

2. In Rajasthan, Palash forests are found in Alwar, Ajmer, Udaipur and Rajsamand districts.


Q :  

Which archaeological site was known as the 'Tamravati'?

(A) Kalibanga

(B) Bagore

(C) Ahar

(D) Bairath

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

Ahad archaeological site was known by the name 'Tamravati' in ancient times. This archaeological site is located in Udaipur district of Rajasthan. This place is situated on the banks of the river Ahad. The Ahad culture is a Chalcolithic culture that flourished from 3000 BC to 1500 BC. It is adjacent and contemporary to the Indus Valley Civilization. It is also called Banas culture.


Q :  

Which among the following is related to Tamravati Nagri"? 

(A) Kalibanga

(B) Ahar

(C) Bairath

(D) Bagore

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

Ahad archaeological site was known by the name 'Tamravati' in ancient times. This archaeological site is located in Udaipur district of Rajasthan. This place is situated on the banks of the river Ahad. The Ahad culture is a Chalcolithic culture that flourished from 3000 BC to 1500 BC. It is adjacent and contemporary to the Indus Valley Civilization. It is also called Banas culture.


Q :  

Who is called as 'Jatin Das of Rajasthan'?

(A) Baal Mukund Bissa

(B) Pratap Singh Barhath

(C) Nana Bhai Khant

(D) Zorawar Singh Barhath

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

Bal Mukund Bissa is called 'Jatin Das of Rajasthan'. He was a freedom fighter who actively participated in the Indian freedom struggle. He went on a 63-day hunger strike, which led to his death at the age of 34.


Q :  

The Bhimlat waterfall is situated in -

(A) Menal river

(B) Mangali river

(C) Berach river

(D) Chambal river

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

1. Bhimlat Falls is located between Bundi and Chittaurgarh cities of Rajasthan.

2. Mangli River is a tributary of Mej River in Rajasthan.

3. Luni and Berach rivers are in Rajasthan.


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