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RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Performing Arts of Rajasthan
Q6861. Match List I with List II regarding musical Gharanas of Rajasthan and their prominent artists/founders.
Musical Gharana of Rajasthan
Prominent Artist/Founder
A. Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana
i. Pandit Jasraj
B. Dagar Gharana
ii. Ustad Alladiya Khan
C. Mewati Gharana
iii. Surat Sen
D. Senia Gharana
iv. Behram Khan
Explanation
The Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana was founded by Ustad Alladiya Khan. The Dagar Gharana, famous for Dhrupad, was established by Behram Khan. The Mewati Gharana is prominently represented by Pandit Jasraj in modern times, though its roots are older. The Senia Gharana traces its lineage through Surat Sen, a descendant of Tansen. These schools represent the high classical musical heritage of Rajasthan.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Industry in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6862. Which department of the Government of Rajasthan is the nodal agency for the ‘iStart Rajasthan’ initiative?
Explanation
The Department of Information Technology and Communication (DOIT&C) is the nodal agency for the iStart Rajasthan initiative for start-ups.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Performing Arts of Rajasthan
Q6863. The famous treatise on classical music, ‘Radha Govind Sangeet Saar’, was composed during the reign of which patron king of Jaipur?
Explanation
‘Radha Govind Sangeet Saar’ is a monumental treatise on classical music compiled during the reign of Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh of Jaipur. He was a great patron of the arts and literature, hosting a large assembly of scholars and musicians in his court. This work remains a vital reference for understanding the musical theories and practices of eighteenth-century Rajasthan.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Industry in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6864. Identify the correct statement(s) regarding the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC). Statement I: Approximately 39% of the alignment of the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) passes through Rajasthan. Statement II: The DMIC project in Rajasthan is entirely funded by the World Bank with no participation from the Government of Japan.
Explanation
About 39 per cent of the alignment of the Dedicated Freight Corridor passes through Rajasthan, so Statement I is true. The DMIC is not funded entirely by the World Bank, since Japan takes part, so Statement II is false.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Performing Arts of Rajasthan
Q6865. Read the following statements regarding the Jaipur Gharana of Kathak and select the correct option. Statement I: The Jaipur Gharana of Kathak heavily emphasizes the devotional aspects and intricate rhythmic patterns (Tatkar). Statement II: Unlike the Lucknow Gharana, the Jaipur Gharana places lesser emphasis on delicate facial expressions (Abhinaya) and more on technical footwork.
Explanation
The Jaipur Gharana of Kathak is noted for its focus on ‘Layakari’ and complex ‘Tatkar’. Unlike the Lucknow Gharana, which emphasizes ‘Nazakat’ and expressive ‘Abhinaya’, the Jaipur school prioritizes technical brilliance, power, and speed. This stylistic choice reflects its historical development as a form that celebrated both devotional themes and the martial spirit of the region.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Industry in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6866. Match the DMIC investment region or industrial area in List I with its development phase or status in List II.
DMIC Investment Region/Industrial Area
Development Phase/Status
A. Khushkhera-Bhiwadi-Neemrana Investment Region
i. Phase-I Development Node
B. Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar Industrial Area
ii. Phase-I Development Node
C. Jaipur-Dausa Industrial Area
iii. Phase-II Development Node
D. Rajsamand-Bhilwara Industrial Area
iv. Phase-II Development Node
Explanation
Khushkhera-Bhiwadi-Neemrana Investment Region and the Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar Industrial Area are Phase-I nodes, while the Jaipur-Dausa and Rajsamand-Bhilwara industrial areas are Phase-II nodes. This gives A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Performing Arts of Rajasthan
Q6867. Which of the following vocal styles is NOT traditionally categorized under the Hindustani classical music traditions cultivated in the royal courts of Rajasthan?
Explanation
Dhrupad, Dhamar, and Khayal are all major vocal styles of Hindustani classical music that received extensive patronage in the royal courts of Rajasthan, leading to the development of specific Gharanas.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Performing Arts of Rajasthan
Q6868. What is the most appropriate description of the ‘Haveli Sangeet’ tradition prominent in regions like Nathdwara in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Haveli Sangeet is devotional temple music sung in praise of Lord Krishna, as at Nathdwara. It is part of the worship of the Pushti Marg.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Industry in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6869. Consider the following benefits provided under the iStart Rajasthan program: I. Q-rate assessment for evaluating startup potential II. Financial assistance for rural startups under Rajivika III. Free international flight tickets for all startup founders IV. Incubation space at minimal or no cost Which of the above correctly identifies the actual benefits provided?
Explanation
The iStart Rajasthan programme provides Q-rate assessment of start-up potential, financial help for rural start-ups under Rajivika and incubation space at little or no cost. Free international flight tickets are not given.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Performing Arts of Rajasthan
Q6870. Arrange the following key historical developments of Dhrupad in Rajasthan in chronological order: A. The original formulation of Dhrupad in Gwalior (Raja Mansingh Tomar’s era). B. The establishment and patronage of the Dagar Gharana in the courts of Rajasthan. C. The formal compilation of ‘Radha Govind Sangeet Saar’ in Jaipur. Select the correct sequence from the options below:
Explanation
Dhrupad was formulated in Gwalior in the time of Raja Man Singh Tomar, the Radha Govind Sangeet Saar was compiled in Jaipur and the Dagar Gharana was patronised in Rajasthan courts later. The order is A, C, B.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
6861
(a) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii
6862
(d) Department of Information Technology and Communication (DOIT&C)
6863
(b) Sawai Pratap Singh
6864
(c) Statement I is true but Statement II is false
6865
(c) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
6866
(a) A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv
6867
(d) Kirtana singing
6868
(a) Devotional temple music sung in praise of Lord Krishna.
6869
(a) I, II and IV
6870
(c) A, C, B
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