Q361. The Gurjara-Pratihara ruler who successfully checked the Arab advances in the 8th century CE and is often mentioned in the Gwalior Prashasti was:
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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Q362. Consider the following rulers of the Paramara dynasty:
I. Upendra
II. Munja
III. Sindhuraja
IV. Bhoja
Which of the following represents the correct chronological order of their reigns?
I. Upendra
II. Munja
III. Sindhuraja
IV. Bhoja
Which of the following represents the correct chronological order of their reigns?
Explanation
The Paramara dynasty of Malwa began with Upendra, the founder who established the lineage in the early ninth century. He was followed much later by Vakpati Munja, known for his military prowess and literary patronage. Sindhuraja succeeded Munja and continued the expansion. The most famous ruler, Raja Bhoja, reigned last among these four, bringing the dynasty to its cultural zenith.
Q363. The Chahamana ruler who established the city of Ajayameru (Ajmer) and shifted his capital there from Shakambhari was:
Explanation
Ajayaraja II was a significant ruler of the Chahamana dynasty of Shakambhari. He is credited with founding the city of Ajayameru, modern-day Ajmer, in the early twelfth century. By shifting the capital from Shakambhari to Ajmer, he established a more strategically defensible and central administrative base, which allowed the Chauhans to expand their influence across the Rajasthan region.
Q364. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Battles of Prithviraj III | Opposing Rulers/Generals |
|---|---|
| A. Battle of Mahoba | i. Muhammad Ghori (Defeated) |
| B. First Battle of Tarain | ii. Muhammad Ghori (Victorious) |
| C. Second Battle of Tarain | iii. Paramardi Deva |
| D. Battle against the Bhadanakas | iv. A rebellious neighboring tribe |
Explanation
Prithviraj III engaged in several decisive conflicts during his reign. In 1182, he defeated the Chandela ruler Paramardi Deva in the Battle of Mahoba. He later faced Muhammad Ghori twice at Tarain, winning the first encounter in 1191 but losing the second in 1192. Additionally, he successfully suppressed the Bhadanakas, a rebellious tribe threatening the northern borders of his kingdom.
Q365. Bappa Rawal, the early ruler of the Guhila dynasty of Mewar, captured the fort of Chittor from which of the following rulers?
Explanation
Bappa Rawal is regarded as the first significant ruler of the Guhila dynasty in Mewar. Historical accounts and traditions state that he captured the strategic fort of Chittor from the Mori Rajput ruler, Man Mori, in the eighth century. This conquest laid the foundation for the long-standing Guhila and later Sisodia rule over Mewar, making Chittor their primary stronghold.
Q366. Which of the following texts was not authored by Rana Kumbha?
Explanation
Rana Kumbha was a prolific scholar and patron of the arts, credited with writing works like Rasik Priya, Sudha Prabandh, and Sangit Raj. However, the text Raj Vallabh was actually authored by his chief architect, Mandana. While Mandana served under Kumbha’s patronage and designed several forts, the literary credit for this specific architectural treatise belongs to the architect himself.
Q367. Consider the following statements regarding Rana Sanga:
I. He defeated the Malwa Sultan Mahmud Khalji II in the Battle of Gagron.
II. He defeated Ibrahim Lodi in the Battle of Khatoli.
III. He lost the Battle of Bayana to Babur’s forces.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. He defeated the Malwa Sultan Mahmud Khalji II in the Battle of Gagron.
II. He defeated Ibrahim Lodi in the Battle of Khatoli.
III. He lost the Battle of Bayana to Babur’s forces.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Rana Sanga was a powerful Rajput monarch who achieved significant military successes before his final defeat. He defeated Mahmud Khalji II of Malwa at the Battle of Gagron and overcame Ibrahim Lodi at the Battle of Khatoli. Although he eventually lost to Babur at Khanwa, he was actually victorious in the earlier Battle of Bayana against the Mughal forces.
Q368. Rao Jodha laid the foundation of the Mehrangarh Fort and the city of Jodhpur in which of the following years?
Explanation
Rao Jodha, a prominent Rathore ruler, sought a more secure location for his capital than the older seat at Mandore. In 1459, he laid the foundation of the Mehrangarh Fort on a high hill known as Chidiyatunk. The surrounding city was named Jodhpur after him. This move provided a strategic military advantage and facilitated the consolidation of Rathore power in Marwar.
Q369. Man Singh I of Amber served as the Mughal Subahdar (Governor) for which of the following provinces during Akbar’s reign?
Explanation
Man Singh I of Amber was one of Emperor Akbar’s most trusted and high-ranking generals. He served extensively as the Subahdar or Governor of several key provinces, including Kabul in the northwest, and Bihar and Bengal in the east. His administrative and military skills were instrumental in expanding and stabilizing the Mughal Empire across these diverse and often rebellious regions.
Q370. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Surjan Hada of Bundi surrendered the Ranthambore Fort to Akbar in 1569 CE.
Reason (R): The Hadas faced military pressure from the Mughals combined with the diplomatic efforts of Bhagwant Das and Man Singh.
Which of the following is correct?
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Surjan Hada of Bundi surrendered the Ranthambore Fort to Akbar in 1569 CE.
Reason (R): The Hadas faced military pressure from the Mughals combined with the diplomatic efforts of Bhagwant Das and Man Singh.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
Surjan Hada of Bundi surrendered the Ranthambore Fort to Akbar in 1569 after a prolonged siege. The surrender was not merely a result of military pressure but was facilitated by the diplomatic mediation of Bhagwant Das and Man Singh of Amber. These Kachwaha nobles persuaded the Hada ruler to accept Mughal suzerainty in exchange for favorable terms.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 361 | (a) Nagabhata I |
| 362 | (a) I, II, III, IV |
| 363 | (d) Ajayaraja II |
| 364 | (a) A-iii, B-i, C-ii, D-iv |
| 365 | (b) Man Mori |
| 366 | (d) Raj Vallabh |
| 367 | (a) I and II only |
| 368 | (b) 1459 CE |
| 369 | (a) Bengal, Bihar, and Kabul |
| 370 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
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.