Q401. Which Kachwaha ruler of Amber gave refuge to Shivaji when he visited the Mughal court at Agra?
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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Q402. Consider the historical texts written under Rajput patronage. Which of the following is incorrectly matched?
Explanation
Several historical texts were produced under Rajput patronage. Nainsi ri Khyat was written by Muhnot Nainsi, and Prithviraj Vijaya by Jayanaka. Nayanchandra Suri authored the Hammir Mahakavya. However, the Vamsha Bhaskar is incorrectly matched with Dayaldas; it was actually written by the famous poet Surajmal Misran of Bundi. Dayaldas is instead known for his work, the Dayaldas ri Khyat about Bikaner.
Q403. Consider the following statements regarding temple architecture under Rajput dynasties:
I. The Osian temples were built predominantly in the Maha-Maru style.
II. The Sas-Bahu temple of Nagda is associated with the Guhila dynasty.
III. The Brahma Temple of Pushkar was constructed entirely by Rana Kumbha.
IV. The Jagdish Temple in Udaipur is a fine example of the Panchayatana style.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The Osian temples were built predominantly in the Maha-Maru style.
II. The Sas-Bahu temple of Nagda is associated with the Guhila dynasty.
III. The Brahma Temple of Pushkar was constructed entirely by Rana Kumbha.
IV. The Jagdish Temple in Udaipur is a fine example of the Panchayatana style.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Temple architecture in Rajasthan flourished under various dynasties. The Osian temples exhibit the Maha-Maru style, and the Sas- Bahu temple at Nagda is a Guhila masterpiece. The Jagdish Temple in Udaipur follows the Panchayatana style. However, the Brahma Temple at Pushkar was not built entirely by Rana Kumbha, as the site has ancient origins and has undergone several historical renovations.
Q404. In the context of the decline of Rajput political power in the 18th century, the term "Chauth" refers to:
Explanation
In the eighteenth century, as the Mughal Empire weakened, the Marathas expanded their influence into Rajasthan. They demanded a tribute known as Chauth, which was theoretically one-fourth of the land revenue. In exchange for this payment, the Marathas promised protection from external invasions and agreed not to plunder the territory themselves, placing a heavy financial burden on the Rajput states.
Q405. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Origin Theories | Key Proponents/Texts |
|---|---|
| A. Brahman origin theory | i. G.H. Ojha |
| B. Solar/Lunar origin theory | ii. Muhnot Nainsi |
| C. Foreign origin theory | iii. D.R. Bhandarkar |
| D. Agnikunda theory | iv. William Crooke |
Explanation
The origins of the Rajputs have been explained through multiple lenses. D.R. Bhandarkar proposed a Brahmin or Gurjara origin, while G.H. Ojha championed the Solar and Lunar descent theory. William Crooke was a prominent supporter of the foreign origin theory, linking them to Central Asian tribes. The Agnikunda theory is a legendary account found in various traditional texts, including those by Nainsi.
Q406. Which Gurjara-Pratihara ruler held the titles of "Adivaraha" and "Prabhasa"?
Explanation
Mihir Bhoja was the most powerful ruler of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty, reigning in the ninth century. He was a devout follower of Lord Vishnu and adopted titles such as "Adivaraha" and "Prabhasa," which appeared on his silver and copper coins. His reign marked the zenith of Pratihara power, with an empire extending from the foothills of the Himalayas to the Narmada.
Q407. Consider the following statements regarding the Paramaras of Abu:
I. They served as feudatories of the Chalukyas (Solankis) of Gujarat.
II. Vimala Shah built the Vimal Vasahi temple at Mount Abu during their period.
III. Their capital was primarily located at Chandravati.
IV. Dharavarsha was one of the most powerful rulers of this branch.
V. They ultimately overthrew the Chalukyas and ruled Gujarat independently.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. They served as feudatories of the Chalukyas (Solankis) of Gujarat.
II. Vimala Shah built the Vimal Vasahi temple at Mount Abu during their period.
III. Their capital was primarily located at Chandravati.
IV. Dharavarsha was one of the most powerful rulers of this branch.
V. They ultimately overthrew the Chalukyas and ruled Gujarat independently.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Paramaras of Abu functioned as feudatories of the Solankis of Gujarat and maintained their capital at Chandravati. During their rule, Vimala Shah, a minister, constructed the famous Vimal Vasahi Jain temple. Dharavarsha was their most prominent leader. However, they did not overthrow the Solankis to rule Gujarat independently; rather, they remained a localized power until their eventual decline.
Q408. The Chauhan ruler who established his suzerainty over Delhi by defeating the Tomaras was:
Explanation
Vigraharaja IV, also known as Bisaldev, was a powerful Chahamana ruler who significantly expanded his kingdom. His most notable achievement was the conquest of Delhi from the Tomara dynasty. This victory established the Chauhans as the dominant power in North India and made them the primary defenders of the region against incoming Turkic invasions from the northwest during the twelfth century.
Q409. Consider the following Chahamana (Chauhan) rulers:
I. Ajayaraja II
II. Prithviraj III
III. Arnoraja
IV. Vigraharaja IV
Which of the following represents the correct chronological sequence of their reigns?
I. Ajayaraja II
II. Prithviraj III
III. Arnoraja
IV. Vigraharaja IV
Which of the following represents the correct chronological sequence of their reigns?
Explanation
The chronological sequence of major Chahamana rulers begins with Ajayaraja II, who founded Ajmer. He was followed by his son Arnoraja, who built the Ana Sagar lake. Next was Vigraharaja IV, celebrated for capturing Delhi and for his literary works. The final prominent ruler in this line was Prithviraj III, who famously fought Muhammad Ghori at the Battles of Tarain.
Q410. The title "Hindu Surtran" was historically associated with which ruler of the Guhila dynasty?
Explanation
The title "Hindu Surtran" or "Hindu Sultan" was historically used for Rana Kumbha of Mewar. This title reflected his status as a powerful Hindu sovereign who successfully defended his kingdom against the surrounding Sultans of Malwa and Gujarat. It also signified his military dominance and his role as a protector of Hindu culture and religious institutions during the fifteenth century.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 401 | (a) Ram Singh I |
| 402 | (d) Vamsha Bhaskar - Dayaldas |
| 403 | (a) I, II and IV |
| 404 | (c) A protective tribute demanded by Marathas |
| 405 | (a) A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii |
| 406 | (a) Mihir Bhoja |
| 407 | (a) I, II, III and IV |
| 408 | (b) Vigraharaja IV |
| 409 | (a) I, III, IV, II |
| 410 | (c) Rana Kumbha |
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.