Rajasthan Art History and Culture Practice Question and Answer
8 Q: People of Gurjar caste consider Shri Devnarayan as an incarnation of?
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- 2Shri Krishnafalse
- 3Vishnutrue
- 4Tallinathfalse
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Answer : 3. "Vishnu"
Explanation :
1. Lord Shri Devnarayan Ji, the worshipable deity of the Gurjar caste who is said to be the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, was born in Malaseri on the Saptami day of Magh Shukla in Vikram Samvat 968. His father's name was Sawai Bhoj and his mother's name was Sadhu, hence he was known as Sadhu also called his mother's son.
2. Devji's name in childhood was Uday Singh, he was married to Princess Peepal De and two other queens, Nag Kanya and Daitya Kanya. He had a son named Bella who later became the first priest and a daughter named Beeli.
Q: For which fort Col. James Tod said, “If he is offered a Jagir in Rajasthan, he will choose this fort"?
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61ef9159c27fce61614889a5- 1Chittorgarhfalse
- 2Bhainsrorgarhtrue
- 3Nahargarhfalse
- 4Ranthambhorfalse
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Answer : 2. " Bhainsrorgarh "
Explanation :
1. Colonel James Tod had said that if he was offered a jagir in Rajasthan, he would choose the fort of Bhainsrodgarh. Bhainsrodgarh Fort is located in Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan. It is an ancient and historical fort known for its beauty and natural beauty.
2. Todd was a British historian and diplomat who wrote several books on the history and culture of Rajasthan. He called Bhainsrodgarh fort "Paradise of Rajasthan". He said the citadel is "a unique place for its beauty, natural beauty and historical importance."
Q: Which one of the following is not included among branches of Dadu Panth?
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- 2Khakifalse
- 3Gaudiyatrue
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Answer : 3. "Gaudiya "
Explanation :
Branches of the Dadu sect
After the death of Daduji, the Dadu sect was divided into 6 branches, which are as follows.
1. Khalsa- It is associated with Naraina, the main seat of Dadu sect. The head of this branch was his son Garibdas ji.
2. Naga-Nagapanth was established in the Dadu sect by Sant Sunderdas ji. Naga Sadhus carried weapons with them and served as enlisted soldiers in the Jaipur state. When the public became upset with their terror, Sawai Jai Singh made a rule and banned them from possessing weapons.
3. Dispassionate- These were the merry-go-round Sadhus of the Dadu sect who gave orders to the householders.
4. Khaki - He used to apply ashes on his body and wore khaki clothes.
5. Uttarade - who left Rajasthan and went towards Northern India.
6. Nihang - Those monks who were nomads.
Q: In which folk dance the musical instruments Dafli, Ghuraliyo, Khanjari and Pungi are used?
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- 2Kalbeliyatrue
- 3Kachhi Ghodifalse
- 4A fire dancefalse
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Answer : 2. "Kalbeliya "
Q: In which district is Gurudwara Budha Johar located?
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- 2Bikanerfalse
- 3Ajmerfalse
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Answer : 1. "Sriganganagar"
Q: In order to boost the art of Lok Natya, which theatre was set up?
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637a4ef8186ce610f3b95cc0- 1Ramprakash Theatre by Maharaja Ram Singh IItrue
- 2Raj Mandir Theatre by Sawai Jai Singhfalse
- 3Polo Victory Theatre by Sawai Jai Singhfalse
- 4Madarsa-e-Hunari by Maharaja Ram Singh IIfalse
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Answer : 1. "Ramprakash Theatre by Maharaja Ram Singh II"
Q: Nanuram and Duliyarana of Chirawa are associated with which Khayal?
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- 2Kuchamani Khayalfalse
- 3Hela Khayalfalse
- 4Kanhaiya Khayalfalse
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Answer : 1. "Shekhawati Khayal"
Q: The ruler of which region was Swangia Mata Kuldevi?
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Answer : 1. "Jaisalmer"
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.