Q51. The ‘Nirguna’ stream of Bhakti literature in Rajasthan is best represented by the writings of:
Language and Literature of Rajasthan: RAS Prelims MCQs
112 RAS Prelims MCQs on Rajasthani language and literature cover the origin and dialects of the language, the Dingal and Pingal styles, bardic and Jain literature and major authors. Questions pair works with their writers and dialects with regions, so remember each text with its author, its language form and its theme.
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Q52. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer.
| Sant Poet | Principal Composition/Vani |
|---|---|
| A. Jambhoji | i. Mantra Rajprakash |
| B. Jasnathji | ii. Brahma Gyan Sagar |
| C. Haridasji | iii. Sabad Vani |
| D. Charan Dasji | iv. Kondas |
Explanation
Jambhoji is linked with Sabad Vani, Jasnathji with Kondas, Haridasji with Mantra Rajprakash and Charan Dasji with Brahma Gyan Sagar. This gives A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii.
Q53. Which of the following dialects is characterized by the prominent use of the letter ‘chha’ () as an auxiliary verb, similar to Gujarati?
Explanation
Dhundhari uses the auxiliary verb chha, as Gujarati does. Marwari uses a different form.
Q54. The prominent early Rajasthani text ‘Achaldas Khichi ri Vachnika’ was composed by:
Explanation
Achaldas Khichi ri Vachnika was composed by Shivdas Gadan. It is an early Rajasthani text about the Khichi ruler Achaldas.
Q55. Consider the following regions of Rajasthan:
I. Kota
II. Bundi
III. Baran
IV. Jhalawar
V. Tonk
Which combination of the above correctly outlines the primary geographic spread of the Hadoti dialect?
I. Kota
II. Bundi
III. Baran
IV. Jhalawar
V. Tonk
Which combination of the above correctly outlines the primary geographic spread of the Hadoti dialect?
Explanation
Hadoti is spoken mainly in Kota, Bundi, Baran and Jhalawar, the region once called Hadavati.
Q56. The ‘Khyal’ form in Rajasthani folk literature essentially denotes:
Explanation
Khyal in Rajasthani folk literature is folk musical theatre that shows various stories, with songs and dialogue.
Q57. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The ‘Veli’ format was a highly popular poetic medium in Charan literature.
Reason (R): ‘Veli Krisan Rukamani ri’ is the only text ever written in the Veli format in Rajasthan.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The ‘Veli’ format was a highly popular poetic medium in Charan literature.
Reason (R): ‘Veli Krisan Rukamani ri’ is the only text ever written in the Veli format in Rajasthan.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Explanation
The Veli form was a popular poetic medium in Charan literature, so the assertion is true. Veli Krisan Rukamani ri is not the only text in this form, so the reason is false.
Q58. Which of the following dialects is widely spoken in the Alwar and Bharatpur region and reflects a strong influence of Braj Bhasha?
Explanation
Mewati is spoken in the Alwar and Bharatpur region and shows strong Braj Bhasha influence, along with Kauravi. The Mewat belt lies on the eastern edge of Rajasthan.
Q59. In the context of Rajasthani language evolution, the period from the 11th century to the 13th century is generally recognized as:
Explanation
The period from the 11th to the 13th century is generally called the Old Western Rajasthani (Maru-Gurjar) phase, after Gurjari Apabhramsha and before Middle Rajasthani.
Q60. Who among the following was a prominent Charan poet of the 19th century who ignited the spirit of resistance against the British through his work ‘Vansh Bhaskar’?
Explanation
Surya Mall Misran, the Charan poet of Bundi, wrote Vansh Bhaskar in the nineteenth century. His verses are known for their strong spirit of resistance.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 51 | (b) Dadu Dayal |
| 52 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii |
| 53 | (a) Dhundhari |
| 54 | (c) Shivdas Gadan |
| 55 | (a) I, II, III and IV |
| 56 | (d) Folk musical theatre depicting various stories. |
| 57 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 58 | (c) Mewati |
| 59 | (d) Old Western Rajasthani (Maru-Gurjar) Phase |
| 60 | (a) Surya Mall Misran |
Key facts from Language and Literature of Rajasthan
- The Rajasthani language is traced to Sauraseni (Gurjari) Apabhramsha.
- George Abraham Grierson classified the dialects of Rajasthan in the Linguistic Survey of India.
- Dingal is the literary style based on Marwari used by the Charans; Pingal is the style used for Prithviraj Raso.
- Veli Krisan Rukamani ri was written by Prithviraj Rathore.
- Batan ri Phulwari, a collection of folk tales, is by Vijaydan Detha.
- Early Jain literature flourished in forms such as Ras, Phagu and Charchari.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Language and Literature of Rajasthan?
This page has 112 practice MCQs on Language and Literature of Rajasthan (Rajasthan History, Art and Culture). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Who classified the dialects of Rajasthan?
George Abraham Grierson, in the Linguistic Survey of India. His grouping of the dialects of Rajasthani into regional families is still the starting point for questions on dialects such as Marwari and Dhundhari.
Who wrote Batan ri Phulwari?
Vijaydan Detha, a well-known Rajasthani author. The work is a large collection of traditional folk tales retold in Rajasthani, and it is one of the most quoted books in modern Rajasthani literature.
Is Rajasthani in the Eighth Schedule?
No. As of now Rajasthani has not been added to the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, though its inclusion has long been demanded. The language is nevertheless spoken by millions and has a rich literary tradition of bardic and Jain works.