Q1711. The revolutionary freedom fighter Arjun Lal Sethi was born in which city of Rajasthan?
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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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Q1712. Consider the following institutions and texts:
I. Jain Vardhaman Vidyalaya
II. Mahendra Kumar
III. Shudra Mukti
IV. Chetawani ra Chungatya
Which of the above are correctly associated with Arjun Lal Sethi?
I. Jain Vardhaman Vidyalaya
II. Mahendra Kumar
III. Shudra Mukti
IV. Chetawani ra Chungatya
Which of the above are correctly associated with Arjun Lal Sethi?
Explanation
Arjun Lal Sethi was a prolific writer and an influential educator. He founded the Jain Vardhaman Vidyalaya to train young men for the freedom struggle. His literary works include ‘Mahendra Kumar’ and ‘Shudra Mukti’, which addressed social and political issues. However, the famous work ‘Chetawani ra Chungatya’ was written by Kesari Singh Barhath, not Sethi. His contributions were vital for consciousness.
Q1713. "If Sethi does the state’s job, who will drive the British out of India?" Who uttered this famous statement?
Explanation
Arjun Lal Sethi made the famous declaration, "If Sethi does the state’s job, who will drive the British out of India?" when he was offered the position of Diwan by the Maharaja of Jaipur. This statement reflects his selfless commitment to the Indian independence movement over personal power. His refusal to serve the princely state highlighted his revolutionary zeal and national liberation.
Q1714. Identify the incorrect statement regarding Arjun Lal Sethi.
Explanation
Arjun Lal Sethi was deeply involved in the revolutionary Nimej murder case and suffered long imprisonment in Vellore. In his final years, he lived in Ajmer, promoting communal harmony while teaching at a Dargah. However, he was not a founding member of the Marwar Praja Mandal; his primary political activities were centered in Jaipur and Ajmer. His legacy is that of commitment.
Q1715. Arjun Lal Sethi established the Jain Vardhaman Vidyalaya in 1907 in Jaipur primarily for what purpose?
Explanation
Arjun Lal Sethi established the Jain Vardhaman Vidyalaya in 1907 with the hidden primary objective of training youth for revolutionary nationalist activities. While it appeared to be an educational institution, it served as a recruitment ground for young men committed to overthrowing British rule through armed struggle. Many prominent revolutionaries of Rajasthan were associated with this school, making it a cradle of nationalism.
Q1716. Among the revolutionaries produced by the Vardhaman Vidyalaya, who was involved in throwing a bomb at the convoy of Lord Hardinge?
Explanation
Students of the Vardhaman Vidyalaya were involved in some of the most daring acts of the Indian freedom struggle. Zorawar Singh Barhath and Pratap Singh Barhath, both trained under the influence of Arjun Lal Sethi, were key participants in the 1912 plan to assassinate the Viceroy, Lord Hardinge, by throwing a bomb during a ceremonial procession in Delhi. Their actions demonstrated revolutionary networks.
Q1717. What was the pen name or alias Arjun Lal Sethi adopted while living in Ajmer during his later years?
Explanation
During his final years in Ajmer, Arjun Lal Sethi lived a life of seclusion and simple service. He adopted the alias ‘Karim Khwaja’ while staying at a local Dargah. In this phase, he taught Arabic and Persian to students and worked towards fostering communal unity. Even in obscurity, he remained dedicated to his principles of service and education, eventually passing away in 1941.
Q1718. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer:
| Author/Freedom Fighter | Literary Work/Song |
|---|---|
| A. Kesari Singh Barhath | i. Panchida |
| B. Manikya Lal Verma | ii. Pralaya Pratiksha Namo Namah |
| C. Hiralal Shastri | iii. Poppabai ki Pol |
| D. Jai Narain Vyas | iv. Chetawani ra Chungatya |
Explanation
Revolutionary literature played a vital role in Rajasthan’s struggle. Kesari Singh Barhath wrote ‘Chetawani ra Chungatya’. Manikya Lal Verma composed the inspiring song ‘Panchida’ for peasants. Hiralal Shastri wrote the patriotic ‘Pralaya Pratiksha Namo Namah’. Jai Narain Vyas published ‘Poppabai ki Pol’, a critique of misrule. These works were essential in mobilizing public opinion and challenging the authority of the princely states.
Q1719. Kesari Singh Barhath wrote the famous ‘Chetawani ra Chungatya’ (13 sorathas) to deter which Maharana from attending the Delhi Durbar of Lord Curzon in 1903?
Explanation
Kesari Singh Barhath wrote ‘Chetawani ra Chungatya’, consisting of thirteen powerful couplets, to prevent Maharana Fateh Singh of Mewar from attending the Delhi Durbar in 1903. The verses reminded the Maharana of the glorious independent history of his ancestors and the shame of submission. After reading the poem, the Maharana felt a deep sense of pride and decided to return from Delhi.
Q1720. Which of the following revolutionary societies was founded by Kesari Singh Barhath in 1910 to instil a sense of nationalism among the Rajputs?
Explanation
In 1910, Kesari Singh Barhath founded the ‘Veer Bharat Sabha’ to promote nationalist sentiment and organize revolutionary activities among the Rajputs and other communities in Rajasthan. The organization aimed to create a network of individuals dedicated to the cause of Indian independence through militant resistance. This was part of a broader movement to link regional struggles with national revolutionary efforts across India.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1711 | (c) Jaipur |
| 1712 | (a) I, II and III only |
| 1713 | (d) Arjun Lal Sethi |
| 1714 | (c) He was a founding member of the Marwar Praja Mandal. |
| 1715 | (d) To train youth for revolutionary nationalist activities. |
| 1716 | (d) Both (1) and (2) |
| 1717 | (b) Karim Khwaja |
| 1718 | (a) A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii |
| 1719 | (a) Maharana Fateh Singh |
| 1720 | (c) Veer Bharat Sabha |
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.