Q1541. Baba Ramdevji, a highly revered folk deity of Rajasthan, was born in the village of Undu Kashmer. This village is located in which present-day district?
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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Q1542. Ramdevji established a specific sect aimed at eradicating untouchability and uniting various marginalized communities. What is the name of this sect?
Explanation
Ramdevji founded the Kamadia Panth to remove untouchability and unite the marginalised communities.
Q1543. The famous ‘Terahtaali’ dance, performed by women tying thirteen cymbals (manjiras) to their bodies, is the major attraction of the fair dedicated to which folk deity?
Explanation
The Terahtaali dance is a world-renowned folk performance traditionally conducted by the women of the Kamad community during the fair of Baba Ramdevji. The performers tie thirteen brass cymbals to various parts of their bodies and strike them in a rhythmic pattern while seated. This complex dance is an act of devotion, symbolizing the surrender and rhythmic praise of the deity by his dedicated followers.
Q1544. In the context of the terminology associated with Baba Ramdevji, what does the term ‘Neja’ refer to?
Explanation
In the religious terminology associated with Baba Ramdevji, ‘Neja’ refers to the distinct five-colored flag that is hoisted at his shrines and temples. Devotees often carry these flags during pilgrimages to his main temple at Ramdevra. The colors represent various spiritual aspects, and the hoisting of the Neja is a symbolic act of victory, faith, and the widespread presence of the deity’s grace.
Q1545. Consider the following statements regarding Baba Ramdevji:
I. He is considered an incarnation of Lord Krishna by his Hindu devotees.
II. Muslim devotees venerate him as ‘Ramsha Pir’.
III. He authored a book of spiritual verses called ‘Chaubees Baniya’.
Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
I. He is considered an incarnation of Lord Krishna by his Hindu devotees.
II. Muslim devotees venerate him as ‘Ramsha Pir’.
III. He authored a book of spiritual verses called ‘Chaubees Baniya’.
Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
Explanation
Baba Ramdevji is a unique figure of communal harmony, worshipped as an incarnation of Krishna by Hindus and as Ramsha Pir by Muslims. He is also one of the few folk deities credited with composing spiritual poetry, specifically a collection of verses known as ‘Chaubees Baniya’. His life and teachings successfully bridged religious divides, making him a universally respected figure across different communities in North India.
Q1546. Which of the following best describes the social contribution of Baba Ramdevji?
Explanation
Baba Ramdevji is most remembered for his revolutionary social contribution in the form of a sustained campaign against untouchability and class-based discrimination. By initiating people from all backgrounds into his Kamadia Panth and treating all devotees as equals, he challenged the rigid social structures of medieval Rajasthan. His message of ‘equality before God’ made him a champion for the oppressed and a symbol of social reform.
Q1547. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer.
Assertion (A): The shrine of Ramdevji at Runicha attracts millions of devotees from both Hindu and Muslim communities.
Reason (R): Ramdevji defeated five Pirs from Mecca in a theological debate and subsequently forced them to convert to Hinduism.
Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer.
Assertion (A): The shrine of Ramdevji at Runicha attracts millions of devotees from both Hindu and Muslim communities.
Reason (R): Ramdevji defeated five Pirs from Mecca in a theological debate and subsequently forced them to convert to Hinduism.
Explanation
The shrine at Ramdevra (Runicha) is indeed a major center of pilgrimage for both Hindus and Muslims, reflecting the deity’s immense popularity across religious lines. However, the legend regarding the five Pirs from Mecca states that they were impressed by his miracles and spiritual power, subsequently recognizing him as a ‘Pir of Pirs’, rather than being defeated in a debate and forced to convert.
Q1548. Which folk deity of Rajasthan is worshipped as the ‘God of Camels’ and is credited with bringing camels to Marwar for the first time?
Explanation
Pabuji is widely worshipped in Rajasthan as the ‘God of Camels’. According to local tradition, he is the one who brought camels to the Marwar region from Sindh. He is the principal deity of the Raika or Rebari community, who are traditional camel breeders. Devotees believe that praying to Pabuji can cure ailing livestock, making him an essential figure in the rural economy.
Q1549. The folk deity Gogaji, highly venerated as a snake god, fought a fierce battle defending cows against which prominent historical invader?
Explanation
Gogaji, a legendary warrior and snake deity, is celebrated for his heroic defense of cows against the invading army of Mahmud Ghaznavi. According to folk tradition, he fought so fiercely that his head fell at one location while his body continued to fight, finally falling at another. This legend solidified his status as a protector of the land and a symbol of resistance against foreign invaders.
Q1550. Arrange the following sites associated with Gogaji in a logical geographical/ritual sequence from his birthplace to his final resting place:
I. Gogamedi (Hanumangarh)
II. Dadrewa (Churu)
III. Gogaji ki Oladi (Sanchore)
I. Gogamedi (Hanumangarh)
II. Dadrewa (Churu)
III. Gogaji ki Oladi (Sanchore)
Explanation
The ritual sequence starts at Dadrewa, the birthplace of Gogaji, often called ‘Sheersh Medi’. The next major site is Gogamedi in Hanumangarh, known as ‘Dhur Medi’, where his body is said to have fallen and where the largest annual fair is held.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1541 | (b) Barmer |
| 1542 | (a) Kamadia Panth |
| 1543 | (c) Ramdevji |
| 1544 | (d) The five-colored flag hoisted at his temple. |
| 1545 | (d) I, II and III |
| 1546 | (d) He campaigned against untouchability and class discrimination. |
| 1547 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 1548 | (c) Pabuji |
| 1549 | (a) Mahmud Ghaznavi |
| 1550 | (a) II, I, III |
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
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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.