Q441. Rana Kumbha’s treatise "Sangit Raj" is divided into how many parts (Ullasas/Ratnakoshas)?
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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Q442. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Rana Sanga’s defeat at Khanwa shifted the balance of power in North India towards the Mughals.
Reason (R): The battle exposed the technological superiority of Babur’s artillery and tulughma tactics over traditional Rajput warfare.
Which of the following is correct?
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Rana Sanga’s defeat at Khanwa shifted the balance of power in North India towards the Mughals.
Reason (R): The battle exposed the technological superiority of Babur’s artillery and tulughma tactics over traditional Rajput warfare.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
Rana Sanga’s defeat at the Battle of Khanwa in 1527 was a turning point for North India. While the Rajputs were numerically superior and fought with traditional valor, they could not match Babur’s advanced military technology. The Mughal use of field artillery and the "tulughma" flanking tactic effectively neutralized the Rajput cavalry charges, leading to a decisive Mughal victory and shifting the regional balance of power.
Q443. The title of "Gaj Singh" was conferred upon the Rathore ruler by which Mughal Emperor?
Explanation
Maharaja Gaj Singh I of Marwar was a prominent Rathore ruler who served the Mughal Empire with distinction. In recognition of his military prowess and loyalty, Emperor Jahangir conferred upon him the title of "Gaj Singh" and "Dal Thambhan," meaning ‘the withholder of armies’. This title reflected his status as a leading general and the high regard in which he was held at the Mughal court.
Q444. Who among the following was the court poet of Man Singh I and wrote "Man Charitra"?
Explanation
Man Singh I of Amber was a great patron of literature and the arts. His court attracted many scholars and poets, among whom Amrit Rai was a notable figure. Amrit Rai authored "Man Charitra," a biographical work that details the life, military conquests, and administrative achievements of Man Singh I. This text is an important contemporary source for the history of the Kachwaha dynasty.
Q445. Which Hada ruler of Bundi is famous for his resistance against Aurangzeb in the Battle of Dharmat (1658 CE)?
Explanation
Rao Chhatrasal Hada of Bundi was a valiant military leader who played a significant role during the Mughal war of succession. In 1658, he fought for the imperial cause under Prince Dara Shikoh at the Battle of Samugarh against Aurangzeb. Despite his fierce resistance and personal bravery on the battlefield, he was killed in action, and his sacrifice is still remembered in Bundi’s history.
Q446. The famous poet Bihari, who authored "Bihari Satsai", was patronized by which Kachwaha ruler?
Explanation
The renowned Hindi poet Bihari was the court poet of Mirza Raja Jai Singh of Amber. He is most famous for the "Bihari Satsai," a collection of seven hundred couplets primarily focused on themes of love and devotion. Mirza Raja Jai Singh was such an admirer of Bihari’s poetry that he reportedly rewarded him with a gold coin for every couplet he composed.
Q447. The Phad painting tradition of Rajasthan belongs primarily to which school of painting?
Explanation
Phad painting is a unique scroll painting tradition from Rajasthan, traditionally used to narrate the stories of folk deities like Pabuji and Devnarayan. This art form belongs to the Shahpura sub-school of the broader Mewar School of painting. It is characterized by vibrant colors and a crowded composition, where the entire life story of the deity is depicted on a long piece of cloth.
Q448. The architectural style of the Harshat Mata temple at Abhaneri reflects the influence of which dynasty?
Explanation
The Harshat Mata temple at Abhaneri, located in the Dausa district, is a significant example of early medieval architecture. Built in the eighth or ninth century, it reflects the stylistic influences of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty. Although much of the original structure was destroyed, the remaining carvings and plinth exhibit the intricate Maha-Maru style, characterized by detailed sculptural work and grand proportions.
Q449. The Subsidiary Alliance system, which formalized the subordination of major Rajput dynasties to the British East India Company, was initiated primarily during the tenure of:
Explanation
The system of Subsidiary Alliances was expanded and formalized in Rajasthan during the governor-generalship of Lord Hastings between 1817 and 1818. Through his representative Charles Metcalfe, the British East India Company signed treaties with almost all major Rajput states. These agreements brought the Rajput rulers under British protection and control, effectively ending their independent political and military role in Indian history.
Q450. The "Nainsi ri Khyat" mentions how many branches of the Guhila dynasty?
Explanation
"Nainsi ri Khyat," written by the seventeenth-century scholar Muhnot Nainsi, is a comprehensive record of the various Rajput clans. In his work, Nainsi mentions that the Guhila dynasty of Mewar had 24 different branches. This detailed classification provides insights into the historical migration and fragmentation of the clan as it established various small principalities across Rajasthan and neighboring regions over several centuries.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 441 | (c) Five |
| 442 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 443 | (d) Jahangir |
| 444 | (d) Amrit Rai |
| 445 | (b) Rao Chhatrasal |
| 446 | (d) Mirza Raja Jai Singh |
| 447 | (a) Mewar School |
| 448 | (c) Gurjara-Pratiharas |
| 449 | (a) Lord Hastings |
| 450 | (a) 24 |
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.