Q1751. Hiralal Shastri was born in which town of Jaipur district in 1899?
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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Q1752. After Hiralal Shastri’s resignation as the Chief Minister of Rajasthan in 1951, who was appointed as the Chief Minister by the Central Government?
Explanation
After Hiralal Shastri resigned as the Chief Minister of Rajasthan in January 1951, a period of political transition occurred. The Central Government appointed C.S. Venkatachar, a senior Indian Administrative Service officer, to take over the post. He served as the Chief Minister for a short period until the first general elections could be held and a popularly elected leader could take charge.
Q1753. Banasthali Vidyapith was initially named ‘Shantabai Shiksha Kutir’ in memory of Hiralal Shastri’s daughter. What was the primary focus of this institution?
Explanation
The institution that eventually became Banasthali Vidyapith was started by Hiralal Shastri and Ratan Shastri as ‘Shantabai Shiksha Kutir’. The primary focus was to provide a holistic and balanced education to women, combining traditional Indian values with modern knowledge. The institution aimed to empower women to become self-reliant and active participants in the nation-building process through various academic and vocational courses.
Q1754. Govind Guru is highly revered for initiating a socio-religious reform movement among the Bhils. What was the name of the organization he founded in 1883 for this purpose?
Explanation
Govind Guru, a transformative social reformer among the tribal communities, founded the ‘Samp Sabha’ in 1883. The organization was created to foster unity, promote social reform, and protect the rights of the Bhil people. Through the Samp Sabha, Govind Guru advocated for the abandonment of social evils and the peaceful resistance against the exploitative practices of local rulers and British administration.
Q1755. Which of the following principles was NOT a part of the core teachings of Govind Guru’s Bhagat Movement?
Explanation
Govind Guru’s Bhagat Movement was based on a foundation of socio-religious reform and moral purity. He taught his followers to abstain from alcohol and meat, reject untouchability, and boycott foreign goods. Crucially, he also worked to eliminate the practice of animal sacrifice in tribal rituals, replacing it with the worship of a formless god and the lighting of sacred ritual fires.
Q1756. The tragic Mangarh Hill massacre, often called the ‘Jallianwala Bagh of Rajasthan’, took place under the leadership of Govind Guru on which date?
Explanation
On 17 November 1913, a peaceful gathering of thousands of Bhils at Mangarh Hill, led by Govind Guru, was brutally attacked by the forces of the British and the surrounding princely states. The troops opened fire on the crowd, resulting in the deaths of over 1,500 tribals. This horrific event remains a somber chapter in the history of the tribal struggle.
Q1757. Govind Guru’s socio-religious ideas and reformist zeal were deeply influenced by which prominent Indian social reformer?
Explanation
Govind Guru’s vision for social reform and his commitment to the welfare of the tribal people were deeply influenced by Swami Dayanand Saraswati. The two met in Udaipur, where Govind Guru was inspired by the Swami’s teachings on Swadeshi and social equality. This influence is evident in the Bhagat Movement, which combined religious purification with a strong sense of cultural identity.
Q1758. Govind Guru was born into which community in the village of Basiya (Dungarpur)?
Explanation
Govind Guru was born into a family belonging to the Banjara community in the village of Basiya, located in the Dungarpur state. Despite not being a Bhil by birth, he dedicated his entire life to the service and upliftment of the Bhil and Garasia tribes. His deep empathy for their plight allowed him to become a trusted and revered leader in the region.
Q1759. Which of the following pairs concerning Govind Guru is correctly matched?
Explanation
Govind Guru’s life and work spanned across the borders of modern Rajasthan and Gujarat. After the massacre at Mangarh and his subsequent imprisonment, he was prohibited from entering several princely states. He spent his final years in the village of Kamboi, located in the Panchmahal district of Gujarat. He continued to guide his followers and promote social reform from there until death.
Q1760. After the Mangarh Hill massacre, Govind Guru was arrested and initially sentenced to death. Later, his sentence was reduced to life imprisonment. Where was he imprisoned?
Explanation
Following his arrest after the tragic events at Mangarh Hill, Govind Guru was initially sentenced to death. This sentence was later commuted to life imprisonment and eventually reduced further. He served his period of incarceration in the Ahmedabad Central Jail. During his time in prison, he maintained his resolve and continued to be a source of inspiration for his many dedicated followers.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1751 | (c) Jobner |
| 1752 | (d) C.S. Venkatachar |
| 1753 | (a) Holistic education and empowerment of women |
| 1754 | (c) Samp Sabha |
| 1755 | (a) Tribal deity worship with sacrifices |
| 1756 | (a) 17 November 1913 |
| 1757 | (b) Swami Dayanand Saraswati |
| 1758 | (c) Banjara |
| 1759 | (d) Location of final days - Kamboi (Gujarat) |
| 1760 | (a) Ahmedabad Central Jail |
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.
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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.