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.
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Q71. Arrange the following final integration events in sequential order: I. Establishment of the States Reorganization Commission II. Merger of Abu and Delwara into Bombay State III. Implementation of the 7th Constitutional Amendment Act IV. Final integration of Ajmer-Merwara into Rajasthan Select the correct sequence:
Explanation
The finalization of Rajasthan’s borders involved a specific chronological sequence. First, Abu and Delwara were merged into Bombay in 1950. The States Reorganization Commission was subsequently established in 1953. This led to the 7th Constitutional Amendment in 1956, which facilitated the final merger of Ajmer-Merwara and the return of Abu to Rajasthan on November 1 of that year.
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Q72. The post of Rajpramukh was abolished and replaced by the constitutional post of Governor through which Constitutional Amendment Act?
Explanation
The 7th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1956 brought significant changes to India’s federal structure. It abolished the classification of states into Part A, B, and C and discontinued the office of Rajpramukh. In Rajasthan, this meant that the Maharaja of Jaipur ceased to be the Rajpramukh, and the office was replaced by a centrally appointed Governor as the constitutional head.
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Q73. Match the territories in List I with the actions taken during the 1956 reorganization in List II.
Territory in 1956
Action taken
A. Ajmer-Merwara
i. Transferred from Bombay State to Rajasthan
B. Abu and Delwara
ii. Transferred from Madhya Pradesh to Rajasthan
C. Sunel Tappa
iii. Transferred from Rajasthan to Madhya Pradesh
D. Sironj
iv. Completely merged into Rajasthan as a new district
Select the correct code:
Explanation
In the 1956 reorganization, Ajmer-Merwara was merged as a new district, while Abu and Delwara were transferred from Bombay to Rajasthan. Sunel Tappa was acquired from Madhya Pradesh, and conversely, the Sironj region was transferred from Rajasthan to Madhya Pradesh. These four distinct territorial actions finalized the modern political map of Rajasthan, ensuring geographical contiguity and administrative efficiency.
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Q74. Who was appointed as the first Governor of the fully integrated and reorganized state of Rajasthan on 1 November 1956?
Explanation
Gurmukh Nihal Singh was appointed as the first Governor of the reorganized state of Rajasthan on November 1, 1956. His appointment marked the transition from the transitional Rajpramukh system to a permanent constitutional framework under the Indian Republic. He was a veteran scholar and politician who had previously served as the Chief Minister of Delhi before moving to this new role.
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Q75. Before its merger with Rajasthan, what was the constitutional status of Ajmer-Merwara under the Indian Constitution of 1950?
Explanation
Under the Indian Constitution adopted in 1950, Ajmer-Merwara was classified as a Part C state. These were small administrative units directly administered by the central government through a Chief Commissioner. Unlike Part B states like Rajasthan, which were formed from princely unions, Part C states often had less autonomy and were eventually merged into larger neighbors during the 1956 reorganization.
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Q76. The separate legislative assembly of the Ajmer state prior to 1956 was known by what name?
Explanation
The independent legislative assembly of the Ajmer state prior to its merger was known as the Dhara Sabha. This body represented the democratic aspirations of the people in the Part C state. It functioned separately from the Rajasthan legislative assembly until the final unification in 1956, after which the members were integrated into the larger Rajasthan state legislature.
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Q77. How many elected members constituted the Dhara Sabha of Ajmer?
Explanation
The Dhara Sabha of the Ajmer state consisted of thirty elected members. This small legislative body was responsible for the governance of the enclave during its period as a separate Part C state between 1952 and 1956. Upon the merger of Ajmer with Rajasthan, these thirty members joined the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, temporarily increasing its total strength.
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Q78. Who served as the first and only Chief Minister of the independent state of Ajmer before its merger into Rajasthan?
Explanation
Hari Bhau Upadhyay served as the first and only Chief Minister of the Ajmer state from 1952 until its merger in 1956. A dedicated Gandhian and social reformer, he led the local government in the Part C state and managed its administrative affairs. After the merger, he continued to be a prominent figure in the political life of unified Rajasthan.
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Q79. Consider the following statements regarding Ajmer-Merwara: I. It was a British administrative enclave surrounded by princely states. II. It was a stronghold of the Arya Samaj movement in Rajputana. III. Hari Bhau Upadhyay strongly advocated for its immediate merger with Rajasthan in 1949. IV. The States Reorganization Commission strongly advised maintaining Ajmer as a separate state. V. It ultimately became the 26th district of Rajasthan. Which combination of the above statements is correct?
Explanation
Ajmer-Merwara was a British enclave and a major center for the Arya Samaj, ultimately becoming Rajasthan’s 26th district. However, Hari Bhau Upadhyay initially opposed a quick merger, favoring separate status for Ajmer, and the SRC actually recommended the merger rather than separate status. Thus, only the first, second, and fifth statements accurately describe the history of this territory.
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Q80. Which prominent institution, founded by Hari Bhau Upadhyay in Ajmer, played a significant role in political and social awakening during the freedom and integration struggle?
Explanation
Hari Bhau Upadhyay founded the Gandhi Ashram at Hatundi near Ajmer in 1927. This institution became a major center for political awakening, social reform, and the promotion of khadi in the Rajputana region. It played a critical role in training freedom fighters and mobilizing public opinion during the struggles for independence and the subsequent integration of the princely states.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
71
(a) II, I, III, IV
72
(c) 7th Amendment Act, 1956
73
(d) A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii
74
(a) Gurmukh Nihal Singh
75
(c) Part C State
76
(a) Dhara Sabha
77
(b) 30
78
(d) Hari Bhau Upadhyay
79
(a) I, II, and V only
80
(b) Gandhi Ashram, Hatundi
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.
