Q391. Who was the last prominent ruler of the Gurjara- Pratihara dynasty whose capital Kannauj was attacked by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1018 CE?
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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Q392. The Paramara king Bhoja established the Saraswati Kanthabharana Vidyapeeth at which of the following places?
Explanation
King Bhoja of the Paramara dynasty was a renowned scholar and polymath who ruled from his capital at Dhar. He established the Saraswati Kanthabharana Vidyapeeth, a major center for higher learning and Sanskrit studies. The institution included a temple dedicated to Goddess Saraswati. Bhoja’s patronage of literature and science made Dhar one of the most significant cultural centers of medieval India.
Q393. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Vigraharaja IV (Bsaldeva) is considered to have presided over the golden age of the Shakambhari Chahamanas.
Reason (R): He expanded the empire up to Delhi and authored the Sanskrit play Harikeli Nataka.
Which of the following is correct?
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Vigraharaja IV (Bsaldeva) is considered to have presided over the golden age of the Shakambhari Chahamanas.
Reason (R): He expanded the empire up to Delhi and authored the Sanskrit play Harikeli Nataka.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
Vigraharaja IV, also known as Bisaldev, is celebrated for bringing the Chahamana dynasty to its peak. He captured Delhi from the Tomaras, extending the kingdom’s reach into the heart of North India. Beyond his military success, he was a distinguished man of letters who authored the Harikeli Nataka, a Sanskrit play, reflecting the cultural prosperity during his prosperous reign.
Q394. What was the immediate political consequence of Prithviraj III’s defeat in the Second Battle of Tarain (1192 CE)?
Explanation
The defeat of Prithviraj III in the Second Battle of Tarain in 1192 CE was a watershed event in Indian history. It led to the immediate collapse of the Chauhan power base in North India and enabled Muhammad Ghori to establish Turkic control over Delhi and Ajmer. This victory laid the foundation for the Sultanate period and significantly altered India’s political landscape.
Q395. Consider the following statements regarding the early Guhila dynasty:
I. Bappa Rawal issued gold coins weighing 115 grains.
II. Allat established the second capital at Ahar and introduced a bureaucratic system.
III. Jaitra Singh shifted the capital to Chittor.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Bappa Rawal issued gold coins weighing 115 grains.
II. Allat established the second capital at Ahar and introduced a bureaucratic system.
III. Jaitra Singh shifted the capital to Chittor.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The early Guhila dynasty witnessed several foundational developments. Bappa Rawal issued gold coins, signifying economic stability. Allat established a second capital at Ahar and introduced an organized bureaucratic system to manage the growing state. Later, Jaitra Singh shifted the primary capital to the fort of Chittor, which remained the central seat of Mewar’s power for several centuries to follow.
Q396. The architectural text "Mandana," associated with Kumbhalgarh fort, was written by an architect who served under:
Explanation
Mandana was the chief architect of Rana Kumbha of Mewar and is credited with designing several formidable forts, including Kumbhalgarh. He authored several influential architectural treatises, collectively referred to as the Mandana texts, which detail the principles of temple and fort construction. His work reflects the flourishing of Rajput architecture under the enlightened patronage of the scholar-king Rana Kumbha.
Q397. Hasan Khan Mewati and Mahmud Lodi fought as allies of which Rajput ruler against Babur?
Explanation
In the Battle of Khanwa in 1527, Rana Sanga led a massive confederacy of Rajput and Muslim rulers against Babur. Hasan Khan Mewati, the ruler of Mewat, and Mahmud Lodi, the brother of the late Ibrahim Lodi, joined Sanga to expel the Mughals. This alliance represented a final attempt by regional powers to preserve North India’s traditional political order against Babur.
Q398. Consider the following statements regarding the Rathores of Marwar:
I. Rao Chunda established his capital at Mandore after acquiring it in a dowry.
II. Rao Jodha defeated Maharana Kumbha to secure Marwar’s independence.
III. Rao Maldeo was known as the ‘Hashmat Wala Raja’ by Persian historians.
IV. Mota Raja Udai Singh was the first Rathore ruler to enter into a matrimonial alliance with Akbar.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. Rao Chunda established his capital at Mandore after acquiring it in a dowry.
II. Rao Jodha defeated Maharana Kumbha to secure Marwar’s independence.
III. Rao Maldeo was known as the ‘Hashmat Wala Raja’ by Persian historians.
IV. Mota Raja Udai Singh was the first Rathore ruler to enter into a matrimonial alliance with Akbar.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The history of the Rathores of Marwar involves several key figures. Rao Chunda acquired Mandore through a dowry, and Rao Maldeo was highly respected by Persian historians. Mota Raja Udai Singh initiated matrimonial alliances with Akbar. However, the claim that Rao Jodha defeated Maharana Kumbha to secure independence is incorrect; they eventually reached a peace agreement known as the Aonla- Baonla treaty.
Q399. Before assuming full control as the ruler of Amber, Man Singh I served as a military commander in which major battle in 1576?
Explanation
In 1576, Man Singh I of Amber led the Mughal imperial forces as their chief commander in the Battle of Haldighati. He faced the army of Maharana Pratap of Mewar. This battle was a significant military engagement in Akbar’s campaign to bring the Rajput states under Mughal suzerainty. Man Singh’s role underscored the high level of trust the Emperor placed in him.
Q400. The Chaurasi Khambon Ki Chhatri (84-Pillared Cenotaph) is located in Bundi and was constructed to honor:
Explanation
The Chaurasi Khambon Ki Chhatri, or 84-Pillared Cenotaph, is a prominent architectural landmark in Bundi. It was constructed in 1683 by Rao Raja Anirudh Singh of Bundi. The monument was built to honor Deva, who was the son of the king’s wet nurse and a highly respected figure. The cenotaph is renowned for its intricate carvings and unique structural design.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 391 | (b) Rajyapala |
| 392 | (b) Dhar |
| 393 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 394 | (c) The establishment of Turkic rule over Delhi and Ajmer |
| 395 | (d) I, II and III |
| 396 | (c) Rana Kumbha |
| 397 | (b) Rana Sanga |
| 398 | (b) II only |
| 399 | (a) Battle of Haldighati |
| 400 | (c) Deva, the son of Rao Anirudh Singh’s wet nurse |
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.