Q1501. The Naga sub-sect of the Dadupanth, known for maintaining a martial tradition and bearing arms, was founded by which prominent disciple of Dadu Dayal?
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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Q1502. Which famous disciple of Dadu Dayal is known to have spent his entire life dressed as a bridegroom after being enlightened by his Guru on his wedding day?
Explanation
Rajabji is a famous disciple of Dadu Dayal who was about to be married when he met his Guru. Upon hearing a single verse from Dadu Dayal about the fleeting nature of worldly life, he was instantly enlightened. He decided to remain an ascetic but continued to wear his bridegroom’s attire for the rest of his life as a reminder of the moment of his spiritual transformation.
Q1503. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Dadupanth Sub-sect | Key Feature / Founder |
|---|---|
| A. Khalsa | i. Wandering ascetics who do not stay in one place |
| B. Virakt | ii. Founded by disciples who migrated to Haryana/Punjab |
| C. Naga | iii. Martial ascetic order founded by Sundar Das |
| D. Uttarade | iv. Followers of Garib Das, centered at Naraina |
Explanation
The Khalsa branch consists of the direct followers of Dadu’s son Garib Das at Naraina. The Virakt are wandering ascetics who renounce permanent dwellings. The Naga is a martial order established by Sundar Das. The Uttarade branch refers to those disciples who migrated northward to regions like Haryana and Punjab, spreading the teachings of the Dadupanth beyond the borders of Rajasthan.
Q1504. The deep influence of Kabir’s Nirguna philosophy in Rajasthan is most prominently reflected in the teachings of which of the following groups of saints?
Explanation
The influence of Kabir’s Nirguna philosophy is most evident in the teachings of Dadu Dayal, Ramcharan (Ramsnehi sect), and Laldas. These saints rejected idol worship and external rituals, focusing instead on the internal remembrance of the divine name. Like Kabir, they emphasized social equality and preached in the vernacular, creating a powerful spiritual movement that resonated deeply with the common people.
Q1505. In the context of Kabirpanth and related sects in Rajasthan, what is the central definition of ‘Nirguna Bhakti’?
Explanation
Nirguna Bhakti is defined by the belief in an absolute, omnipresent divine reality that transcends physical forms, icons, or specific human attributes. Devotees of this path, such as the followers of Kabir and Dadu, focus on meditation, the guidance of a Guru, and the internal chanting of the divine name rather than the ritualistic worship of idols in temples or scriptural sacrifices.
Q1506. Which of the following texts is considered the most authoritative compilation of Kabir’s teachings, highly revered by Kabirpanthis in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Bijak is the most authoritative and revered compilation of Kabir’s teachings. It contains his verses, songs, and philosophical insights, which were later organized into sections like Ramaini, Sabad, and Sakhi. This text serves as the primary scripture for Kabirpanthis in Rajasthan and elsewhere, articulating his fierce critique of religious hypocrisy and his vision of a formless, universal divine reality.
Q1507. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the practices of Kabirpanthis in Rajasthan.
Explanation
Kabirpanthis do not mandate monasticism or the abandonment of family life. In fact, following Kabir’s own example of being a weaver and a householder, many of his followers remain actively engaged in society and their professions. They focus on spiritual discipline within the context of everyday life, emphasizing moral conduct, social equality, and the rejection of empty rituals rather than total world-renunciation.
Q1508. Consider the following statements regarding the ideological impact of Kabir on Rajasthani saints:
I. Like Kabir, Dadu Dayal used simple, local dialects to communicate spiritual truths.
II. Ramsnehi saints adopted Kabir’s concept of ‘Ram’, but as a formless reality rather than the son of Dasharatha.
III. The Laldasi sect incorporated Kabir’s synthesis of Hindu and Islamic mystic traditions.
IV. Kabir’s influence caused the complete eradication of Saguna Bhakti in the Marwar region.
Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
I. Like Kabir, Dadu Dayal used simple, local dialects to communicate spiritual truths.
II. Ramsnehi saints adopted Kabir’s concept of ‘Ram’, but as a formless reality rather than the son of Dasharatha.
III. The Laldasi sect incorporated Kabir’s synthesis of Hindu and Islamic mystic traditions.
IV. Kabir’s influence caused the complete eradication of Saguna Bhakti in the Marwar region.
Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
Explanation
Dadu Dayal used local dialects like Kabir, while the Ramsnehi sect adopted the name of ‘Ram’ to represent a formless reality. The Laldasi sect also integrated syncretic elements of Hindu and Islamic mysticism. However, Kabir’s influence did not eradicate Saguna Bhakti in Marwar; instead, both traditions continued to flourish simultaneously, often influencing each other’s devotional expressions and social perspectives.
Q1509. What is the most appropriate reason for the immense popularity of Kabir’s and Dadu’s teachings among the artisan and peasant classes of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The teachings of Kabir and Dadu were immensely popular among artisans and peasants because they validated the dignity of manual labor and rejected the oppressive caste hierarchy. By preaching that the divine is accessible through simple devotion regardless of social status or profession, these saints provided a sense of spiritual worth and social inclusion to communities that were often marginalized by orthodox traditions.
Q1510. Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The Kabirpanth network in Rajasthan largely spread through oral traditions and itinerant ascetics rather than large, wealthy monastic institutions.
Statement II: Kabirpanthis in Rajasthan celebrate the elaborate Shrinathji festival every year with idol processions.
Which of the following is correct?
Statement I: The Kabirpanth network in Rajasthan largely spread through oral traditions and itinerant ascetics rather than large, wealthy monastic institutions.
Statement II: Kabirpanthis in Rajasthan celebrate the elaborate Shrinathji festival every year with idol processions.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
The Kabirpanth in Rajasthan primarily spread through oral traditions and wandering ascetics, focusing on simple spiritual gatherings rather than grand institutions. However, Kabirpanthis do not celebrate the Shrinathji festival with idol processions, as their core philosophy rejects idol worship and the ritualism associated with Saguna traditions. Their religious life is centered on the ‘Sabad’ and internal devotion to the formless divine.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1501 | (b) Sundar Das |
| 1502 | (d) Rajabji |
| 1503 | (a) A-iv, B-i, C-iii, D-ii |
| 1504 | (c) Dadu Dayal, Ramcharan, Laldas |
| 1505 | (a) Devotion to God without physical form or attributes. |
| 1506 | (d) Bijak |
| 1507 | (b) They mandate monasticism and abandonment of family. |
| 1508 | (a) I, II and III |
| 1509 | (d) They validated manual labor and rejected hierarchy. |
| 1510 | (c) Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect. |
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.