110 RAS Prelims MCQs on the integration of Rajasthan test dates, unions, leaders and the States Department. The path from 19 princely states and three chiefships to one state is asked as sequences, match tables and statement sets, so learn each stage with its date, its member states and the person linked to it.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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Q21. Arrange the following administrative phases of Rajasthan’s integration in their correct chronological order: I. Formation of United State of Rajasthan II. Formation of Matsya Union III. Formation of Greater Rajasthan IV. Formation of Rajasthan Union Select the correct order:
Explanation
The Matsya Union came first (18 March 1948), then the Rajasthan Union (25 March 1948), the United State of Rajasthan (18 April 1948) and Greater Rajasthan (30 March 1949). The order is II, IV, I, III.
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Q22. The first phase of integration in Rajasthan resulted in the formation of the Matsya Union. On which exact date was it inaugurated?
Explanation
The Matsya Union, the first phase of integration, was inaugurated on 18 March 1948. 25 March 1948 is the date of the Rajasthan Union and 18 April 1948 of the United State of Rajasthan.
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Q23. Which four princely states constituted the Matsya Union?
Explanation
The Matsya Union was made of four states: Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur and Karauli, together with the chiefship of Neemrana. Its name comes from the ancient Matsya region of the Mahabharata.
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Q24. Consider the following statements regarding the Matsya Union: I. It was formed on 18 March 1948. II. Its capital was established at Alwar. III. Shobharam Kumawat was appointed as its Prime Minister. IV. Udaybhan Singh of Dholpur was made its Rajpramukh. V. It was inaugurated by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Which combination of the above statements is incorrect?
Explanation
The Matsya Union was formed on 18 March 1948 with its capital at Alwar, Shobharam Kumawat as Prime Minister and Udaybhan Singh of Dholpur as Rajpramukh. It was inaugurated by N. V. Gadgil, not by Patel, so only V is incorrect.
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Q25. Who suggested the name "Matsya Union" for the newly formed entity in the first phase, drawing inspiration from the ancient Mahabharata period?
Explanation
K. M. Munshi suggested the name Matsya Union, taking it from the ancient Matsya kingdom of the Mahabharata period in the same region.
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Q26. Which chiefship was incorporated into the Matsya Union during the first phase of integration?
Explanation
The chiefship of Neemrana was added to the Matsya Union in the first phase. Kushalgarh was included later, in the second phase, with the Rajasthan Union.
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Q27. Match the posts of the Matsya Union in List I with the appointed individuals in List II.
Matsya Union Post
Appointed Individual
A. Rajpramukh
i. Shobharam Kumawat
B. Up-Rajpramukh
ii. N.V. Gadgil
C. Prime Minister
iii. Udaybhan Singh
D. Inaugurator
iv. Ganeshpal Deo
Select the correct code:
Explanation
The leadership of the Matsya Union involved figures from various member states. Udaybhan Singh of Dholpur became the Rajpramukh, while Ganeshpal Deo of Karauli served as the Up-Rajpramukh. Shobharam Kumawat from Alwar was appointed as the Prime Minister of the cabinet. The union was formally inaugurated by N.V. Gadgil, who represented the central government during the historical ceremony.
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Q28. Prior to the formation of the Matsya Union, the administration of which state was temporarily taken over by the Government of India due to suspicions regarding the ruler’s involvement in Mahatma Gandhi’s assassination?
Explanation
Following the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi, the Government of India took over the administration of Alwar state due to suspicions about its ruler’s proximity to the RSS and involvement in communal activities. The ruler, Maharaja Tej Singh, and his Prime Minister, N.B. Khare, were detained in Delhi. This federal intervention facilitated the subsequent merger of Alwar into the Matsya Union.
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Q29. The following question consists of two statements, Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct option: Assertion (A): The Matsya Union maintained a separate existence until May 1949 before finally merging with Greater Rajasthan. Reason (R): There was a strong difference of opinion among its member states regarding whether to merge with Rajasthan or with Uttar Pradesh based on linguistic similarities.
Explanation
The Matsya Union existed as a separate entity for over a year because of conflicting opinions regarding its final destination. While many favored joining Rajasthan, some segments in Bharatpur and Dholpur preferred merging with Uttar Pradesh due to linguistic similarities. This debate necessitated a specialized committee to gauge public opinion before the union finally merged with Greater Rajasthan in 1949.
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Q30. In the second phase of integration (25 March 1948), how many princely states merged to form the Rajasthan Union (Former Rajasthan)?
Explanation
In the second phase of integration, which occurred on March 25, 1948, a total of nine princely states merged to form the Rajasthan Union, also known as Former Rajasthan. These states were primarily from the Hadoti and Vagad regions, along with Tonk, Kishangarh, and Shahpura. This phase significantly expanded the geographical scope of the unified Rajasthan territory.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(a) II, IV, I, III
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(d) 18 March 1948
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(a) Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur, and Karauli
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(c) V only
25
(a) K.M. Munshi
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(d) Neemrana
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(b) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii
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(c) Alwar
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(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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(c) Nine
Key facts from Integration of Rajasthan
At independence, Rajputana had 19 princely states, 3 chiefships (Kushalgarh, Lava and Neemrana) and the British-ruled Ajmer-Merwara.
The States Department was created on 5 July 1947; V. P. Menon was its Secretary and assisted Sardar Patel.
The Matsya Union was inaugurated on 18 March 1948 from Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur and Karauli; K. M. Munshi suggested the name.
The Rajasthan Union was formed on 25 March 1948 from nine states, with Gokul Lal Asawa as Prime Minister.
Udaipur (Mewar) joined to form the United State of Rajasthan on 18 April 1948.
V. P. Menon wrote The Story of the Integration of the Indian States.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Integration of Rajasthan?
This page has 110 practice MCQs on Integration of Rajasthan (Rajasthan History, Art and Culture). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which states formed the Matsya Union?
Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur and Karauli, together with the chiefship of Neemrana, were joined in the Matsya Union inaugurated on 18 March 1948. The name came from the ancient Matsya kingdom of the same region.
Who was the first Prime Minister of the Rajasthan Union?
Gokul Lal Asawa, when the Rajasthan Union was formed on 25 March 1948 from nine princely states. This was the second phase of integration, after the Matsya Union and before Udaipur joined in April 1948.
What did the Instrument of Accession give to India?
By signing it, a princely state surrendered three subjects to the Dominion of India: defence, foreign affairs and communications. In return the rulers were later given Privy Purses, a fixed allowance, when the states merged.
