Q6301. Following Shivaji’s death in 1680, a war of succession broke out between his sons. Who emerged victorious and succeeded Shivaji as Chhatrapati?
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Q6302. Regarding the national significance of Rajasthan’s spice crops, the state is generally the largest or second-largest producer of which of the following groups of spices in India?
Explanation
Rajasthan occupies a dominant position in India’s spice production, particularly for seed spices. The state is frequently the largest or second-largest producer of coriander, cumin, and fenugreek.
Q6303. Which of the following families/communities in Bikaner were primarily known for making frescoes and miniature paintings reflecting strong Hindu religious themes despite having Mughal artistic origins?
Explanation
The Mathern community in Bikaner consists of traditional artists who are renowned for creating frescoes and miniature paintings with strong Hindu religious themes. Despite having artistic origins linked to the Mughal style, they focused on local subjects, including portraits and mythological narratives. Their work contributed to the unique synthesis found in Bikaner art, where professional technical skill was applied to regional spiritual and cultural motifs.
Q6304. Identify the odd one out among the following historical figures, based on their affiliation with the Maratha resistance against Aurangzeb.
Explanation
Santaji Ghorpade, Dhanaji Jadhav and Tarabai led the Maratha resistance against Aurangzeb. Zulfiqar Khan was a Mughal general, so he is the odd one out.
Q6305. In agricultural terminology as applicable to Rajasthan, what does the term ‘Khadin’ refer to?
Explanation
A Khadin is an ingenious traditional land-use system developed in western Rajasthan, particularly in Jaisalmer. It involves a long earthen embankment built across lower hill slopes to harvest surface runoff water. This water saturates the soil, allowing farmers to cultivate crops on the moist land during the subsequent season, making agriculture possible in extremely arid environments with limited rainfall.
Q6306. Match the artists in List I with the schools of painting in List II and select the correct answer from the options given.
| Artist | School of Painting |
|---|---|
| A. Ali Raza | i. Chawand |
| B. Virji | ii. Bikaner |
| C. Nihal Chand | iii. Jodhpur |
| D. Nisaruddin | iv. Kishangarh |
Explanation
Various master artists are associated with specific regional schools in Rajasthan. Ali Raza is a prominent figure in the Bikaner school, while Virji is known for his work in Jodhpur. Nihal Chand is the legendary artist of the Kishangarh school, famous for the iconic Bani Thani. Lastly, Nisaruddin is celebrated for his foundational contributions to the early Chawand style within the Mewar tradition.
Q6307. Consider the following features:
I. Frequent depiction of mango trees
II. Characters shown with high turbans and robust physique
III. Use of prominent red and yellow colors
IV. Paintings often depict hunting scenes in dense forests
V. Heavy influence of the Vallabha sect in later stages
Which of the above statement(s) correctly describe the Jodhpur sub-school of Marwar painting?
I. Frequent depiction of mango trees
II. Characters shown with high turbans and robust physique
III. Use of prominent red and yellow colors
IV. Paintings often depict hunting scenes in dense forests
V. Heavy influence of the Vallabha sect in later stages
Which of the above statement(s) correctly describe the Jodhpur sub-school of Marwar painting?
Explanation
The Jodhpur sub-school is characterized by the frequent depiction of mango trees in landscape backgrounds. Characters are often portrayed with high turbans and robust physiques, reflecting the local martial culture. Additionally, the palette is dominated by prominent red and yellow colors, which provide a vibrant energy to the paintings. While later stages saw sectarian influences, these specific features remain core to its identification.
Q6308. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A): After the execution of Sambhaji in 1689, the Maratha resistance against the Mughals intensified into a decentralized people’s war.
Reason (R): The Maratha central authority collapsed with Rajaram’s flight to Jinji, leading local Maratha chiefs to fight the Mughals independently.
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A): After the execution of Sambhaji in 1689, the Maratha resistance against the Mughals intensified into a decentralized people’s war.
Reason (R): The Maratha central authority collapsed with Rajaram’s flight to Jinji, leading local Maratha chiefs to fight the Mughals independently.
Explanation
After Sambhaji was executed in 1689, Rajaram fled to Jinji and central authority collapsed, so local Maratha chiefs fought the Mughals on their own. This turned the war into a decentralised people’s war.
Q6309. Match the sources of irrigation in List I with their corresponding prominent regions/districts in List II.
| Source of Irrigation | Region/District |
|---|---|
| A. Tube wells and Wells | i. Jaipur and Alwar |
| B. Canals | ii. Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh |
| C. Tanks | iii. Bhilwara and Udaipur |
| D. Sprinkler systems | iv. Narmada Canal Command Area (Jalore, Barmer) |
Explanation
Irrigation patterns vary across Rajasthan’s geography. Wells and tube wells are the primary sources in Jaipur and Alwar. The northern districts of Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh rely heavily on extensive canal networks. Tank irrigation is traditionally more common in the hilly terrains of Bhilwara and Udaipur, while modern sprinkler systems are mandatory in the Narmada Canal command area.
Q6310. The famous miniature painting ‘Mumal’ is associated with which distinct style of the Marwar school?
Explanation
The famous miniature painting ‘Mumal’ is intrinsically associated with the Jaisalmer style of the Marwar school. It depicts the legendary beauty of Mumal, a princess of Lodruva, and is a classic example of the regional folk themes that remained largely untouched by external influences. The style is noted for its simplicity and the use of local colors, reflecting the cultural isolation of the desert kingdom.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 6301 | (c) Sambhaji |
| 6302 | (c) Coriander, Cumin, Fenugreek |
| 6303 | (d) Mathern community |
| 6304 | (d) Zulfiqar Khan |
| 6305 | (d) A traditional method of rainwater harvesting and agriculture in the desert region |
| 6306 | (c) A-ii, B-iii, C-iv, D-i |
| 6307 | (b) I, II, and III |
| 6308 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 6309 | (a) A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv |
| 6310 | (d) Jaisalmer style |
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