Q81. The famous Rajasthani folk tale format ‘Vata’ differs from ‘Khyat’ primarily because:
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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Q82. Who is the author of ‘Senaani’, the famous Rajasthani poem based on the sacrifice of Hada Rani?
Explanation
Meghraj Mukul authored the famous Rajasthani poem Senaani. This work is based on the legendary sacrifice of Hada Rani, who gave her head as a memento to her husband to ensure he went to battle without distraction. The poem is celebrated for its powerful depiction of sacrifice and patriotism. It remains one of the most popular and recited works in modern Rajasthani literature.
Q83. The linguistic features of the Ahirwati dialect serve as a bridge between which two linguistic regions?
Explanation
The Ahirwati dialect, spoken in the regions of Alwar, Rewari, and Mahendragarh, serves as a linguistic bridge between Mewati and Haryanvi. It belongs to the Rajasthani group but is heavily influenced by the speech patterns of neighboring Haryana. This dialect is primarily spoken by the Ahir community and has its own distinct folk songs and oral traditions that reflect this cross-regional heritage.
Q84. ‘Bankidas ri Khyat’ is an essential source for studying the history of which erstwhile Rajputana state?
Explanation
Bankidas ri Khyat is a vital historical source for the Marwar state, particularly during the reign of Maharaja Man Singh of Jodhpur. Bankidas was a renowned Charan poet and scholar who documented various historical events, lineages, and social customs of the region. His work is notable for its critical perspective and its early expressions of resistance against the increasing British influence in Rajputana.
Q85. Consider the following statements regarding the inclusion of the Rajasthani language in the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution:
I. The Rajasthan State Legislative Assembly passed a unanimous resolution for its inclusion in 2003.
II. The Sitakant Mohapatra Committee recommended the inclusion of Rajasthani in the 8th Schedule.
III. Rajasthani has already been granted the status of the second official language of the Union government.
Which of the combinations given below is correct?
I. The Rajasthan State Legislative Assembly passed a unanimous resolution for its inclusion in 2003.
II. The Sitakant Mohapatra Committee recommended the inclusion of Rajasthani in the 8th Schedule.
III. Rajasthani has already been granted the status of the second official language of the Union government.
Which of the combinations given below is correct?
Explanation
The movement for the inclusion of Rajasthani in the 8th Schedule is supported by a unanimous state assembly resolution from 2003 and recommendations from the Sitakant Mohapatra Committee. These developments highlight the political and scholarly consensus on the language’s importance. However, Rajasthani has not yet been granted official status by the Union government, and the demand for its inclusion remains a major issue.
Q86. Which of the following is NOT an attribute of the Dingal poetic tradition?
Explanation
Dingal is characterized by its use of archaic Rajasthani vocabulary, emphasis on heroic sentiments (Veer Rasa), and strong patronage from Rajput courts. It is a traditional indigenous literary style. While it may have occasional loanwords, it does not rely on the exclusive use of Persian meters or vocabulary. Instead, it uses unique meters like Duha and Soratha that are native to Rajasthan.
Q87. Consider the following literary texts:
I. Kanhadade Prabandh
II. Khuman Raso
III. Veli Krisan Rukamani ri
IV. Prithviraj Raso
Which of the following combinations identifies texts predominantly written in the Pingal style?
I. Kanhadade Prabandh
II. Khuman Raso
III. Veli Krisan Rukamani ri
IV. Prithviraj Raso
Which of the following combinations identifies texts predominantly written in the Pingal style?
Explanation
Khuman Raso and Prithviraj Raso were written in the Pingal style. Kanhadade Prabandh and Veli Krisan Rukamani ri are in the Dingal style, so only II and IV are in Pingal.
Q88. In which text did poet Dursa Ahada praise Maharana Pratap for his unyielding resistance against the Mughals?
Explanation
Dursa Ahada praised Maharana Pratap’s unyielding resistance to the Mughals in Virud Chhatari.
Q89. The early Rajasthani literature can be broadly classified into how many primary traditions based on socio-religious origins?
Explanation
Early Rajasthani literature is classified into four traditions according to its origin: Jain, Charan, Sant and Folk.
Q90. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer.
| Award | Institution |
|---|---|
| A. Surya Mall Misran Puraskar | i. Rajasthan Sahitya Akademi, Udaipur |
| B. Meera Puraskar | ii. Rajasthan Bhasha Sahitya Academy, Bikaner |
| C. Bihari Puraskar | iii. K.K. Birla Foundation |
| D. Sahitya Akademi Award | iv. Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi |
Explanation
The Surya Mall Misran Puraskar is given by the Rajasthan Bhasha Sahitya Academy, Bikaner, the Meera Puraskar by the Rajasthan Sahitya Akademi, Udaipur, the Bihari Puraskar by the K. K. Birla Foundation and the Sahitya Akademi Award by the Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi. This gives A-ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 81 | (b) Vata focuses on storytelling, while Khyat is formal historical documentation. |
| 82 | (d) Meghraj Mukul |
| 83 | (a) Mewati and Haryanvi |
| 84 | (c) Marwar (Jodhpur) |
| 85 | (a) I and II only |
| 86 | (d) Exclusive use of Persian meters and vocabulary. |
| 87 | (b) II and IV only |
| 88 | (c) Virud Chhatari |
| 89 | (d) Four (Jain, Charan, Sant, and Folk) |
| 90 | (a) A-ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv |
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.