Q1461. The text ‘Ratan Raso’, which details the battle between Ratan Singh of Ratlam and Aurangzeb, was written by:
Rajasthan History, Art and Culture: RAS Prelims MCQs
1767 RAS Prelims practice MCQs on the history, art, culture, literature and heritage of Rajasthan are on this page, in 17 chapters. They run from prehistoric sites and inscriptions through the Rajput dynasties, the Mughal and British periods and the integration of Rajasthan, then move to forts, painting, folk arts, language, saints, fairs and leading personalities. Questions come as plain facts, statement sets, match-the-list tables and assertion-reason items, each with an answer and an explanation.
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Q1462. Which of the following texts is considered a seminal work in highlighting the agrarian issues and rural life in modern Rajasthani literature?
Explanation
Abhe Patki by Shrilal Joshi is a seminal modern Rajasthani novel on the agrarian issues and the rural life of the region.
Q1463. Which classical text written by poet Jayanak in the 12th century, though primarily in Sanskrit, reflects the early cultural and linguistic milieu of Rajasthan during the Chauhan period?
Explanation
Prithviraj Vijaya was written in Sanskrit by Jayanak in the 12th century and shows the cultural milieu of the Chauhan period.
Q1464. Sant Mavji, whose compositions are compiled in the text ‘Chopda’, primarily composed his works in which dialect?
Explanation
Sant Mavji, whose compositions are in the Chopda, wrote in the Vagadi dialect, in the Dungarpur-Banswara region.
Q1465. Which of the following statements best describes the overarching nature of religious diversity in medieval Rajasthan?
Explanation
Medieval Rajasthan was a vibrant melting pot of diverse religious currents. Rather than being dominated by a single orthodox tradition, the region saw a harmonious co-existence of various spiritual paths. This period was characterized by the rise of intense Bhakti movements, the deification of local heroes as folk deities, and the significant spiritual and cultural influence of Sufi mysticism.
Q1466. Consider the following statements regarding the Bhakti movement in Rajasthan:
Statement I: The Saguna Bhakti saints believed in a formless, attribute-less God and primarily used local dialects to spread their message.
Statement II: The Nirguna Bhakti saints believed in a personal God with attributes and focused heavily on elaborate temple rituals.
Which of the following is correct?
Statement I: The Saguna Bhakti saints believed in a formless, attribute-less God and primarily used local dialects to spread their message.
Statement II: The Nirguna Bhakti saints believed in a personal God with attributes and focused heavily on elaborate temple rituals.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
The classification of Bhakti traditions depends on the nature of the divine. Saguna Bhakti emphasizes a personal God with physical attributes and qualities, often involving idol worship and temple rituals. In contrast, Nirguna Bhakti focuses on an absolute, formless reality without attributes. Both statements in the question incorrectly swap these fundamental definitions of the Saguna and Nirguna spiritual paths.
Q1467. Among the ancient and medieval religious sects of Rajasthan, which of the following is considered a primary center for the Kapalika and Pashupata sects of Shaivism?
Explanation
Eklingji, located near Udaipur, is the most prominent center of the Pashupata sect in Rajasthan. Established in the 8th century, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The rulers of the Mewar dynasty considered Eklingji as the actual king of the state, while they served only as his regents or Diwans, illustrating the sect’s deep political significance.
Q1468. Identify the incorrect pair regarding the religious sects of Rajasthan and their principal seats.
Explanation
The Alakhia Sampraday was founded by the saint Lalgiri and is primarily centered in the Bikaner region, not Banswara. This sect emphasizes the worship of the formless divine known as Alakh and follows Nirguna philosophical principles. The other pairs, including the Nimbarka Sampraday at Salemabad and the Ramsnehi at Shahpura, correctly identify the principal seats of these influential religious groups.
Q1469. Consider the following statements regarding the major religious currents in Rajasthan:
I. Jainism received extensive royal patronage in Mewar and Marwar regions.
II. The Nath Sampraday wielded significant political influence in the Marwar state during the reign of Maharaja Man Singh.
III. The Dadupanth originated in Gujarat but found its major following and principal seat in the Mewar region.
Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
I. Jainism received extensive royal patronage in Mewar and Marwar regions.
II. The Nath Sampraday wielded significant political influence in the Marwar state during the reign of Maharaja Man Singh.
III. The Dadupanth originated in Gujarat but found its major following and principal seat in the Mewar region.
Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
Explanation
Jainism enjoyed extensive royal patronage across Mewar and Marwar, leading to the construction of magnificent temples. The Nath Sampraday achieved significant political power in Marwar during Maharaja Man Singh’s reign. However, the Dadupanth did not originate in Gujarat; it was founded by Dadu Dayal within Rajasthan, with its principal seat and major following located in the Naraina region.
Q1470. Arrange the following prominent Bhakti saints of Rajasthan in their correct chronological order of birth:
I. Sant Pipa
II. Dadu Dayal
III. Jambhoji
IV. Ramcharan
I. Sant Pipa
II. Dadu Dayal
III. Jambhoji
IV. Ramcharan
Explanation
The historical chronology of these saints begins with Sant Pipa, born in the late 14th century. He was followed by Jambhoji, the founder of the Bishnoi sect, born in 1451. Dadu Dayal’s birth is traditionally dated to 1544 during the mid- 16th century. Finally, Sant Ramcharan, who established the Ramsnehi sect, was born in 1719 during the late medieval period.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1461 | (d) Kumbhkaran |
| 1462 | (c) Abhe Patki by Shrilal Joshi |
| 1463 | (b) Prithviraj Vijaya |
| 1464 | (d) Vagadi |
| 1465 | (b) It featured a blend of Bhakti traditions, folk deities, and Sufi mysticism. |
| 1466 | (b) Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect. |
| 1467 | (c) Eklingji |
| 1468 | (d) Alakhia Sampraday - Banswara |
| 1469 | (a) I and II only |
| 1470 | (a) I, III, II, IV |
Key facts from Rajasthan History, Art and Culture
- Rajasthan history questions are fact-dense: sites with their districts, rulers with their forts, inscriptions with their dates.
- The integration of Rajasthan came in stages: the Matsya Union on 18 March 1948, the Rajasthan Union on 25 March 1948 and the United State of Rajasthan on 18 April 1948.
- Culture chapters reward pairs: a dance with its community, a painting school with its subject, a fair with its month.
- Statement-based and match-the-list items appear in every chapter, so partial knowledge is not enough; learn each fact with its context.
- Fort and monument questions often turn on one detail, such as the Jaivana cannon at Jaigarh or the 1,444 pillars of Ranakpur.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Rajasthan History, Art and Culture?
This page has 1767 practice MCQs on Rajasthan History, Art and Culture. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Rajasthan history, art and culture set cover?
Seventeen chapters: prehistoric Rajasthan, sources of history, ancient society, major dynasties, resistance and cooperation with central power, administration and revenue, the 18th and 19th centuries, peasant and tribal movements, integration, temples and forts, water heritage, painting, performing arts, language, religious life, social life and leading personalities.
What types of questions are included?
Plain one-fact questions, statement sets (I, II, III), match-the-list tables, assertion-reason items, chronological-order questions and odd-one-out questions. The answer options use the same four-option format as the exam, so you can practise the pattern as well as the facts.
How should I revise Rajasthan history with these questions?
Take one chapter at a time. Attempt every question before opening the answer, read the explanation for the ones you got wrong and note each fact in a running list of places, rulers and dates. Return to the chapter after a few days and attempt it again.