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.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Sources of Rajasthan History
Q141. Consider the following statements regarding the Bijolia Inscription: I. It was engraved in 1170 AD. II. It provides ancient names of several places, such as Jabalipur for Jalore. III. It was composed by Gunabhadra. IV. It documents the genealogy of the Guhilas of Mewar. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Bijolia Inscription was engraved in 1170 AD and was composed by Gunabhadra. It is highly valued by historians for providing the ancient names of several regions, such as Jabalipur for Jalore and Shakambhari for Sambhar. While it details the Chauhan lineage, the claim that it documents the Guhilas of Mewar is incorrect, as it focuses on the Chauhans.
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Q142. The Kumbhalgarh Inscription (1460 AD) is an extensive record detailing the history of the Guhila rulers. It was authored by whom?
Explanation
The Kumbhalgarh Inscription of 1460 AD is an extensive record of the Guhila dynasty of Mewar. While Atri began the composition, it was completed by his son, Mahesh. This inscription provides a detailed genealogy of the rulers of Mewar and records significant historical events, including the military victories and cultural contributions of Maharana Kumbha and his illustrious ancestors.
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Q143. Which historical text or inscription explicitly describes Maharana Kumbha as ‘Dhan-guru’, ‘Chap-guru’, and ‘Raj-guru’?
Explanation
The Kirti Stambha Prashasti, located in the Chittorgarh fort, is a monumental eulogy dedicated to Maharana Kumbha. It honors his multifaceted personality by bestowing titles such as Dhan-guru, Chap-guru, and Raj-guru. These titles reflect his expertise in archery, governance, and his immense wealth. The inscription serves as a primary source for understanding the cultural and military achievements of Kumbha’s reign.
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Q144. The Samidheshwar Temple inscription at Chittorgarh is associated with which ruler’s renovations of the temple?
Explanation
The Samidheshwar Temple inscription at Chittorgarh is closely associated with the renovations carried out by Maharana Mokal in the fifteenth century. This inscription provides historical data regarding the Guhila rulers and the architectural patronage of the Mewar royal family. It highlights the religious devotion and the systematic efforts of Mokal to restore and maintain significant temples within his kingdom.
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Q145. Which of the following is the most appropriate description of a ‘Tamrapatra’ in the context of medieval history?
Explanation
A Tamrapatra is an official document engraved on copper plates used primarily in medieval India to record land grants or the conferment of special privileges. These documents were considered legal and permanent records, often detailing the donor, the recipient, and the specific boundaries of the granted land. They are invaluable for reconstructing the agrarian and social history of the period.
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Q146. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Shringi Rishi inscription (1428 AD).
Explanation
The Shringi Rishi inscription of 1428 AD was issued during the reign of Maharana Mokal and was discovered in the Mewar region, specifically near a religious site. It details the achievements of his predecessors, including Hammir and Lakha, and mentions the construction of a stepwell. The assertion that it was found in the Marwar region is geographically and historically incorrect.
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Q147. Which of the following represents the correct chronological sequence of the inscriptions of Rajasthan from oldest to newest?
Explanation
Determining the chronological sequence of inscriptions requires matching them to their respective eras. The Barli Inscription is the oldest, dating to the pre-Christian period, followed by the Ghosundi Inscription from the second century BC. The Bijolia Inscription belongs to the twelfth century AD, and the Kumbhalgarh Inscription dates to the fifteenth century, representing a clear progression from ancient to medieval records.
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Q148. In the archival records of the Rajput states, what information did the ‘Tozi’ records primarily contain?
Explanation
In the administrative archives of Rajput states, Tozi records served as vital sources of statistical data. They contained detailed information regarding land revenue collections, agricultural yields, and the classification of lands. These records are essential for modern historians to analyze the economic health, taxation policies, and agricultural patterns that sustained the princely states during the late medieval and colonial eras.
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Q149. Match List I with List II:
Archival Term
Meaning
A. Farman
i. Court bulletins or newsletters
B. Nishan
ii. Royal decree issued by the Emperor
C. Manshur
iii. Order issued by a member of the imperial family (Prince/Princess)
D. Akhbarat
iv. Special order or patent issued by the Emperor
Choose the correct code:
Explanation
Archival terms in the Mughal-Rajput context have specific meanings. A Farman was a royal decree issued by the Emperor, while a Nishan was an order from a prince or princess. A Manshur was a special patent or imperial order. Akhbarat referred to the daily court bulletins or newsletters that provided essential information regarding the proceedings and politics of the Mughal court.
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Q150. Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): The Vakil Reports are critical sources for reconstructing the political history of Rajputana during the Mughal period. Reason (R): These reports were confidential communications sent by the Rajput envoys stationed at the Mughal court to their respective kings, detailing court politics and emperor’s moods. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
Vakil Reports are indispensable for studying Mughal-Rajput relations. These were confidential dispatches sent by Rajput representatives stationed at the Mughal court to their respective rulers. These reports provided first-hand accounts of court intrigues, administrative changes, and the personal temperament of the Emperor. This direct communication allowed Rajput kings to make informed political decisions based on accurate, real-time information.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
141
(a) I, II, and III
142
(d) Mahesh
143
(a) Kirti Stambha Prashasti
144
(c) Maharana Mokal
145
(a) A copper plate document recording the grant of land or privileges.
(c) Statistical data regarding land revenue and agricultural production.
149
(d) A-ii, B-iii, C-iv, D-i
150
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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.
