Q6271. A farmer in the arid region of western Rajasthan wants to cultivate a crop that matures quickly, requires very little water, and can survive high temperatures. Which of the following major food crops is most appropriate for this farmer?
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Q6272. The manuscript Supasanah Chariyam, a landmark in the evolution of Rajput painting, was painted in which year?
Explanation
The Supasanah Chariyam is a landmark illustrated manuscript in the evolution of Rajasthani art, painted in 1423 AD. This historical text was created during the reign of Maharana Mokal of Mewar at Delwara. It represents a significant transition in artistic style, showcasing earlier influences while paving the way for the refined miniature traditions that would later define the various Rajput schools.
Q6273. Which of the following districts in Rajasthan are traditionally known as the core maize-producing region due to their suitable red-black soil and rainfall patterns?
Explanation
The southern part of Rajasthan, including districts like Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, and Udaipur, constitutes the core maize-producing belt. These areas provide the necessary red-black soil and receive relatively higher rainfall compared to the western desert. These environmental conditions are ideal for maize cultivation, making it a staple food for the tribal and rural populations in this specific geographic region.
Q6274. Which of the following best describes the distinction between the Rajput and Mughal schools of painting as theorized by early art historians?
Explanation
Early art historians distinguished Rajput painting from Mughal painting by focusing on their core philosophies. Rajput art is predominantly spiritual and deeply rooted in local folk traditions, emphasizing religious themes and emotional devotion.
Q6275. Read the following list of major food crops of Rajasthan and arrange them in decreasing order of their typical water requirement for successful cultivation:
I. Rice
II. Wheat
III. Bajra
Which of the following is the correct order?
I. Rice
II. Wheat
III. Bajra
Which of the following is the correct order?
Explanation
Crop water requirements vary significantly based on their physiological needs. Rice is a highly water-intensive crop requiring continuous flooding or heavy irrigation. Wheat follows with moderate water needs supplied through multiple irrigation cycles during winter. Pearl millet is the most drought-hardy among them, requiring the least amount of water and often thriving solely on limited monsoon rainfall in arid zones.
Q6276. Match the features or themes in List I with the corresponding schools of painting in List II and select the correct answer from the options given.
| Features/Themes | Schools of Painting |
|---|---|
| A. Prominence of yellow and red colors | i. Bundi School |
| B. Abundance of hunting scenes | ii. Kota School |
| C. Depiction of green backgrounds and animal fights | iii. Jaipur School |
| D. Extensive use of gold and silver with life-size portraits | iv. Mewar School |
Explanation
The Mewar school favours yellow and red, the Kota school hunting scenes, the Bundi school green backgrounds and animal fights, and the Jaipur school gold and silver with life-size portraits. This gives A-iv, B-ii, C-i, D-iii.
Q6277. Select the odd one out among the following crops based on their typical sowing season in Rajasthan.
Explanation
Sowing seasons differentiate crops into distinct agricultural cycles. Gram, mustard, and barley are all Rabi crops sown during the winter season in Rajasthan. In contrast, soybean is a Kharif crop sown during the monsoon season. This makes soybean the odd one out because its cultivation timing aligns with summer rains rather than the cooler winter months required by others.
Q6278. The establishment of an art academy named "Chiteron ki Ovari" (also known as Tasveera ro Karkhano) in Udaipur is credited to which ruler?
Explanation
The art academy Chiteron ki Ovari, also called Tasveera ro Karkhano, was set up in Udaipur by Maharana Jagat Singh I, who gave strong patronage to painting.
Q6279. Read the following statements regarding major food crops in Rajasthan:
I. Rajasthan is among the leading producers of coarse cereals in the country.
II. Jowar is predominantly grown in the central and eastern districts of Rajasthan.
III. Wheat cultivation in Rajasthan is primarily rainfed with no reliance on irrigation.
IV. The productivity of maize in Rajasthan is higher than the national average.
Which of the above statements are incorrect?
I. Rajasthan is among the leading producers of coarse cereals in the country.
II. Jowar is predominantly grown in the central and eastern districts of Rajasthan.
III. Wheat cultivation in Rajasthan is primarily rainfed with no reliance on irrigation.
IV. The productivity of maize in Rajasthan is higher than the national average.
Which of the above statements are incorrect?
Explanation
Rajasthan is a top producer of coarse cereals, and jowar is indeed grown in central and eastern districts. However, wheat cultivation is heavily dependent on irrigation from canals or wells rather than being purely rainfed. Additionally, the productivity of maize in the state is generally lower than the national average due to rainfed conditions and traditional farming methods.
Q6280. Which among the following is not a recognized sub-school of the broader Mewar style of painting?
Explanation
Nathdwara, Devgarh and Chawand are recognised sub-schools of Mewar painting. Uniara belongs to the Jaipur-Kishangarh region and not to Mewar, so it is the exception.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 6271 | (b) Bajra |
| 6272 | (d) 1423 AD |
| 6273 | (d) Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, and Udaipur |
| 6274 | (a) Rajput painting is spiritual and folk-rooted, while Mughal painting is court-centric and materialistic. |
| 6275 | (a) I, II, III |
| 6276 | (c) A-iv, B-ii, C-i, D-iii |
| 6277 | (c) Soybean |
| 6278 | (a) Maharana Jagat Singh I |
| 6279 | (b) III and IV only |
| 6280 | (d) Uniara |
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