120 RAS Prelims MCQs on the major dynasties of Rajasthan test rulers, capitals, battles, temples and treaties. The Gurjara-Pratiharas, the Chauhans (Chahamanas), the Guhilas of Mewar, the Rathores of Marwar and the Kachwahas of Amber and Jaipur each have their own set of facts to learn, and the explanations tie every ruler to the fort or city he is remembered for.
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. Consider the following statements regarding the early Guhilas: I. Guhadatta is considered the founder of the dynasty. II. Bappa Rawal’s original name was Kalbhoj. III. Jaitra Singh successfully defended Mewar against Iltutmish. IV. Rawal Ratan Singh was the last ruler of the Rawal branch. V. The Guhilas claimed descent from the Lunar race (Chandravanshi). Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The early Guhila dynasty of Mewar was founded by Guhadatta. Bappa Rawal, whose original name was Kalbhoj, later consolidated the kingdom. Jaitra Singh is noted for defending Mewar against Iltutmish, while Rawal Ratan Singh was the last ruler of the Rawal branch before the Sisodia transition. Notably, the Guhilas claimed descent from the Sun, not the Moon.
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Q22. Rana Kumbha erected the Vijay Stambha (Tower of Victory) at Chittorgarh to commemorate his victory over:
Explanation
Rana Kumbha constructed the Vijay Stambha, or Tower of Victory, between 1440 and 1448 at Chittorgarh. This nine-story monument was built to commemorate his decisive victory over the combined forces of Mahmud Khalji of Malwa and the Sultan of Gujarat at the Battle of Sarangpur in 1437. The tower is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and features intricate carvings of deities.
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Q23. Consider the following military engagements of Rana Sanga: I. Battle of Khatoli II. Battle of Gagron III. Battle of Bayana IV. Battle of Khanwa Which of the following represents the correct chronological sequence of these engagements?
Explanation
Rana Sanga’s military career was marked by several significant battles. He first defeated Ibrahim Lodi at the Battle of Khatoli in 1517. This was followed by his victory over Mahmud Khalji II at Gagron in 1519. In 1527, he fought the Mughals twice, winning at the Battle of Bayana in February before his final defeat at Khanwa in March.
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Q24. Rao Maldeo of Marwar was defeated by Sher Shah Suri in 1544 CE in which of the following battles?
Explanation
The Battle of Sammel, also known as the Battle of Giri-Sumel, took place in 1544 near Ajmer. Sher Shah Suri faced the powerful forces of Rao Maldeo of Marwar. Although Maldeo withdrew due to a forged letter, his generals Jaita and Kumpa fought with immense bravery. Sher Shah narrowly won, famously remarking that he almost lost his empire for a handful of millet.
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Q25. Man Singh I of Amber brought the famous idol of Shila Devi to Amer from which region?
Explanation
Man Singh I of Amber, while serving as the Mughal Governor of Bengal, defeated King Pratapaditya of Jessore. From this campaign, he brought back the idol of Shila Devi, which he installed in the Amer Fort. Shila Devi became the family deity of the Kachwaha rulers, and the temple remains a significant site of worship within the palace complex.
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Q26. The independent state of Kota was carved out of Bundi in 1631 CE by the decree of which Mughal Emperor?
Explanation
The princely state of Kota was originally a part of the Hada-ruled kingdom of Bundi. In 1631, Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan issued a decree granting independence to Kota. He appointed Madho Singh, the second son of Rao Ratan Singh of Bundi, as its first independent ruler. This administrative separation was intended to reward Madho Singh for his loyal military service.
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Q27. The Kachwaha ruler who signed the treaty of subordinate alliance with the British East India Company in 1818 was:
Explanation
Sawai Jagat Singh II of Jaipur signed the Treaty of Subordinate Alliance with the British East India Company in April 1818. This treaty was part of a broader British strategy to establish paramountcy over Rajput states. Under the agreement, the state of Jaipur came under British protection in exchange for tribute, effectively ending its era of independent political sovereignty.
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Q28. The famous scholarly work "Kanhadade Prabandha," which details the resistance of the Jalore Chauhans against Alauddin Khalji, was written by:
Explanation
Kanhadade Prabandha is a celebrated historical epic written in the fifteenth century by the poet Padmanabha. The work provides a detailed account of the resistance of Kanhadade, the Chauhan ruler of Jalore, against the invading forces of Alauddin Khalji in the early fourteenth century. It is a vital source for understanding the cultural and martial values of the Rajput clans.
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Q29. The Someshwara Temple in Kiradu, representing the Maru-Gurjara style of architecture, was constructed during the reign of which dynasty?
Explanation
The Someshwara Temple at Kiradu is a masterpiece of the Maru-Gurjara architectural style, dating back to the eleventh century. Although located in the Barmer district of Rajasthan, it was constructed during the period when the region was under the political and cultural influence of the Solanki rulers of Gujarat. The temple is renowned for its intricate carvings and structural elegance.
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Q30. Which of the following was a primary political factor leading to the decline of independent Rajput states in the 16th-17th centuries?
Explanation
During the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, many Rajput states lost their independent political status by entering into the Mughal system. This transition was facilitated through matrimonial alliances and military service in the Mughal army. While this provided stability and high administrative ranks to Rajput nobles, it shifted the ultimate sovereignty from the local clans to the Mughal imperial authority.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(a) I, II, III, and IV
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(b) Mahmud Khalji of Malwa
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(a) I, II, III, IV
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(a) Battle of Sammel (Giri-Sumel)
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(c) Bengal (Jessore)
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(a) Shah Jahan
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(d) Sawai Jagat Singh II
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(b) Padmanabha
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(c) Solankis of Gujarat
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(d) Submission to Mughal suzerainty via marriage and military alliances
Key facts from Major Dynasties of Rajasthan
Nagabhata I of the Gurjara-Pratiharas checked the Arab advance in the 8th century.
Ajayaraja II, a Chahamana ruler, founded Ajayameru (Ajmer) and moved the capital there from Shakambhari.
Rao Jodha laid the foundation of Mehrangarh and Jodhpur in 1459.
Rana Kumbha built the Vijay Stambha at Chittorgarh to mark his victory over Mahmud Khalji of Malwa.
Man Singh I of Amber served as Mughal Subahdar of Bengal, Bihar and Kabul; Sawai Jai Singh II founded Jaipur and built the Jantar Mantar observatories.
Kota was separated from Bundi in 1631 by a decree of Shah Jahan.
The Delwara temples at Mount Abu were built under the patronage of the Solankis of Gujarat.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Major Dynasties of Rajasthan?
This page has 120 practice MCQs on Major Dynasties of Rajasthan (Rajasthan History, Art and Culture). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Who founded Jodhpur?
Rao Jodha, a Rathore ruler of Marwar, founded Jodhpur in 1459 and laid the foundation of the Mehrangarh Fort. He moved the capital of Marwar there from Mandore, and the city is named after him.
Which Chahamana ruler founded Ajmer?
Ajayaraja II, who founded Ajayameru, the present Ajmer, and shifted the Chahamana capital there from Shakambhari. Ajmer remained an important Chauhan centre until the defeat of Prithviraj III in the twelfth century.
Who wrote Kavya Mimamsa and under which dynasty?
Rajashekhara, the court poet of the Gurjara-Pratiharas, wrote the treatise Kavya Mimamsa. It is a work on poetics, and it remains one of the best-known literary products of the Pratihara court.
