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Rajasthan GK Quiz Questions and Answers

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Q :  

Match these -

(1) Ajrakh Print                            (I) Kaithun

(2) Power loom fabric printing (II) Jodhpur

(3) Mothda                                  (III) Balotara

(4) Masuria                                 (IV) Barmer

Choose the correct option -

(A) (1)-(I), (2)-(II), (3)-(III), (4)-(IV)

(B) (1)-(II), (2)-(III), (3)-(IV), (4)-(I)

(C) (1)-(IV),(2)-(III), (3)-(II), (4)-(I)

(D) (1) (III),(2)-(IV), (3)-(I), (4)-(II)

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

All are matched -

(1) Ajrakh Print                                     (IV) Barmer

(2) Printing on power loom fabrics  (III) Balotra

(3) Mothra                                             (II) Jodhpur

(4) Masuria                                           (I) Kaithun


Q :  

The mosque of Malik Shah is situated in -

(A) Jhalawar

(B) Baran

(C) Jalore

(D) Rajsamand

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

The tomb of Ismaili saint Malik Shah In the fort of Jalore, the tomb of Ismail saint Malik Shah is located. The Islamic Mosques of Jalore fort. The Kila Masjid (Fort Mosque) within the fort is also noteworthy as they demonstrate the widespread influence of the architectural decorations associated with the Gujarati styles of the period (i.e. late 16th century). This is because it was built by destroying the existing Hindu temple. Another shrine in the fort is that of Saint Rehmat Ali Baba. Near the main gate.


Q :  

To which order of Sufism, the symbol of communal harmony Hamiduddin Nagori, belonged? 

(A) Chisti

(B) Kadiri

(C) Magribi

(D) Suharawardi

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

Hamiduddin Nagauri (1192-1274 AD) was a disciple of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. He propagated Sufism as per the orders of his guru. Although he was born in Delhi, he spent most of his time in Nagaur, Rajasthan.


Q :  

Who is called the Folk deity (Lok Devta) with four hands?

(A) Kalla ji

(B) Mallinathji

(C) Fatta ji

(D) Jhunjhar ji

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

Kalla ji. Kalla ji was born in Vikram Samvat 1601, Merta in the Nagaur district of Rajasthan. Kalla ji is famous as “Lok Devta with four hands”. Temples are located at Bhauraigarh, Mahiyadham Varda, Salumbar, Samalia, Gatroad.


Q :  

The cloth worn on the waist by the men of Bhil tribe is called -

(A) Jama

(B) Kachabu

(C) Polya

(D) Khoyatu

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

The correct answer is Khoyatu. Men of Bhil tribe wrap Khoyatu around their waists. The costume of the Bhil men comprises a turban or 'feta', an 'angi', tunic and a lower garment called 'potario'. The dhoti worn by them from the waist to the knees is called "Thephara or Dhepada".


Q :  

President's rule was imposed for the maximum number of times during the tenure of which of the following Chief Minister of Rajasthan?

(A) Bhairon Singh Shekhawat

(B) Mohan Lal Sukhadia

(C) Haridev Joshi

(D) Shiv Charan Mathur

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

In Rajasthan, the President's rule was imposed the maximum number of times (2 times - 1980, 1992) during the tenure of Chief Minister Bhairon Singh Shekhawat.


Q :  

The Governor of Rajasthan is the ex officio Chancellor of -

(A) All the State Universities as well as all the Central Universities working in the territory of Rajasthan.

(B) All the State as well as Private Universities of Rajasthan.

(C) All the State Universities of Rajasthan.

(D) All the State and Private Universities as well as Central Universities working in the territory of Rajasthan.

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

1. The Governor is the ex-officio Chancellor of the State Universities.

2. The Governor appoints the Vice-Chancellor on the advice/consultation with the State Government.

3. The Chancellor also presides over the convocation of state universities.

4. The Chancellor appoints his nominees to various bodies such as the Senate, Syndicate, Board of Management, Selection Committee and Academic Council of State Universities.


Q :  

In how many days an appeal can be made to the second appellate authority against the decision of the first appellate authority under the Rajasthan Public Service Guarantee Act, 2011?

(A) 15 Days

(B) 30 Days

(C) 45 Days

(D) 60 Days

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

1. It is an Act to provide for the delivery of certain services to the people of the State by the public authority within the prescribed time limit and related matters.

2. Under the Rajasthan Public Service Guarantee Act, 2011, an appeal can be made to the Second Appellate Authority within 60 days against the decision of the First Appellate Authority.


Q :  

Read the statements carefully-

(1) Tikaram Paliwal is the only Chief Minister who has also been a Deputy ChiefMinister in Rajasthan.

(II) Hari Shankar Bhabhra has been the Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan for the longest time till now.

Which of the following option is correct?

(A) Only statement I is correct

(B) Only statement II is correct

(C) Both statements I and II are correct

(D) Both statements I and II are incorrect

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

All the statements are correct.

(I) Tikaram Paliwal is the only Chief Minister in Rajasthan who has also been the Deputy Chief Minister.

(II) Harishankar Bhabhadra has been the Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan for the longest period so far.


Q :  

When was the Planning Department established in Rajasthan?

(A) 1953

(B) 1954

(C) 1955

(D) 1956

Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

1. The Planning Department in Rajasthan was established in July, 1953. The main objective of establishing this department was to prepare a plan for economic development in the state. This department is headed by the Chief Minister.

2. The major functions of the planning department include-

- Preparing plans for the economic development of the state

- Monitoring the implementation of plans

- Evaluating plans

- Arranging funds for projects


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