Q1761. The term ‘Samp’ in ‘Samp Sabha’ established by Govind Guru signifies:
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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Q1762. Motilal Tejawat compiled a 21-point charter of demands highlighting the grievances of the tribals against the feudal exploitation. What was this charter called?
Explanation
Motilal Tejawat drafted a comprehensive 21-point charter of demands known as ‘Mewar Pukar’ to highlight the severe grievances of the tribal population. This document addressed issues such as excessive taxes, forced labor, and the arbitrary laws governing forest produce. The charter was presented to the Maharana of Mewar, demanding immediate relief. ‘Mewar Pukar’ became the foundational document of the entire movement.
Q1763. What affectionate title was given to Motilal Tejawat by the tribal people for his tireless efforts for their upliftment?
Explanation
Motilal Tejawat earned the profound respect and affection of the tribal people, who affectionately addressed him as ‘Bavji’. This title reflects his status as a respected elder and a messiah-like figure who championed their cause when they faced exploitation. To the Bhils and Garasias, Tejawat was more than a leader; he was a protector who understood their hardships and dedicated his life.
Q1764. A brutal massacre occurred during the Eki Movement in 1922 when British forces fired on a gathering of tribals organized by Motilal Tejawat. What is this incident known as?
Explanation
The Neemda Massacre occurred in March 1922 when British-led forces opened fire on a large gathering of tribals in the village of Neemda. The meeting had been organized by Motilal Tejawat to discuss the grievances of the Eki Movement. Hundreds of innocent tribals were killed in the firing, making it one of the most violent incidents of state repression in the movement.
Q1765. Motilal Tejawat was born in the village of Koliari (Udaipur). To which community did he belong?
Explanation
Motilal Tejawat was born into an Oswal Jain family in the village of Koliari, situated in the Udaipur state. Despite belonging to a mercantile and social community that was traditionally part of the state’s elite, he chose to work for the most marginalized and oppressed sections of society. His background provided him with the education and organizational skills used to mobilize the tribes.
Q1766. After remaining underground for eight years, Motilal Tejawat was finally arrested in 1929 by the police of which state, at Khedbrahma?
Explanation
After the Neemda massacre, Motilal Tejawat spent eight years living in hiding among the hills and forests, continuing to organize the tribals. He was finally arrested in 1929 at Khedbrahma by the police of the Idar state. Following his arrest, he was handed over to the Mewar state authorities, who kept him in custody for several years to neutralize his political influence.
Q1767. Before initiating the Eki Movement, Motilal Tejawat gained a deep understanding of the tribal plight while working as a ‘Kamdar’ (manager) in which Thikana of Mewar?
Explanation
Motilal Tejawat’s deep understanding of tribal issues was developed while he served as a manager for the Jhadol Thikana in Mewar. In this capacity, he had frequent interactions with the Bhil peasants and saw firsthand the systemic injustices and the burden of arbitrary taxes imposed upon them. This experience transformed him from an official into a revolutionary leader committed to mass mobilization.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1761 | (b) Brotherhood and unity |
| 1762 | (a) Mewar Pukar |
| 1763 | (c) Bavji (Messiah of Bhils) |
| 1764 | (d) Neemda Massacre |
| 1765 | (c) Oswal Jain |
| 1766 | (b) Idar |
| 1767 | (d) Jhadol |
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.