Q561. What was the most appropriate reason for the constant military conflict between Rana Kumbha of Mewar and the Sultans of Malwa and Gujarat?
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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Q562. Read the following statements and select the correct option.
Statement I: The Battle of Khanwa is considered more decisive than the First Battle of Panipat.
Statement II: At Khanwa, Babur faced a formidable coalition of Rajput and Afghan forces which posed a much greater threat to his nascent empire than Ibrahim Lodi did.
Statement I: The Battle of Khanwa is considered more decisive than the First Battle of Panipat.
Statement II: At Khanwa, Babur faced a formidable coalition of Rajput and Afghan forces which posed a much greater threat to his nascent empire than Ibrahim Lodi did.
Explanation
The Battle of Khanwa is often viewed as more historically significant than the First Battle of Panipat. While Panipat saw the defeat of a single sultan, Khanwa involved a large confederacy of Rajputs and Afghans led by Rana Sanga. This coalition posed a much greater existential threat to Babur’s new empire, and his victory at Khanwa effectively removed the last major organized opposition.
Q563. The concept of "Watan Jagir" introduced during Akbar’s reign for Rajput chiefs meant:
Explanation
The "Watan Jagir" was a unique administrative concept introduced by Akbar to integrate Rajput rulers into the Mughal system. It allowed these chiefs to hold their ancestral territories as hereditary, non-transferable jagirs. This ensured that while they served the empire and received ranks, their core kingdom remained under their family’s control. This policy was essential for maintaining Rajput loyalty and internal stability.
Q564. Find the odd one out in the context of commanders who fought on behalf of Maharana Pratap at Haldighati:
Explanation
During the Battle of Haldighati, Maharana Pratap’s army was supported by several dedicated commanders, including Hakim Khan Sur and the Bhil leader Poonja. These individuals represented the diverse coalition fighting for Mewar’s independence. Asaf Khan, however, was a prominent general on the opposing Mughal side, serving under the command of Man Singh, making him the odd one out in this particular context.
Q565. What was the effect of Maharana Pratap’s victory at the Battle of Dewair (1582)?
Explanation
Maharana Pratap’s victory at the Battle of Dewair in 1582 was a pivotal moment in his resistance. It successfully dismantled the network of Mughal garrisons in the region and led to the rapid recovery of most of Mewar’s lost territories. This resurgence demonstrated the effectiveness of his guerrilla tactics and forced the Mughals onto the defensive, significantly boosting the morale of the Rajput forces.
Q566. In the context of the Mughal-Rajput relations, the term "Mansab" is best defined as:
Explanation
In the Mughal-Rajput administrative context, a "Mansab" was a specific rank that determined an individual’s status, salary, and military obligations within the imperial hierarchy. This system allowed the emperors to incorporate diverse elites, including Rajput rulers, into a centralized bureaucracy. By holding a mansab, a Rajput chief became a formal official of the empire, contributing to both its civil and military operations.
Q567. Who among the following Marwar rulers was popularly known as the ‘Saviour of Marwar’ for his lifelong struggle against Aurangzeb?
Explanation
Durgadas Rathore is widely revered as the ‘Saviour of Marwar’ due to his tireless three-decade struggle against Aurangzeb. His mission was to protect the legitimate claim of Ajit Singh to the Jodhpur throne after the death of Maharaja Jaswant Singh. His leadership and strategic brilliance kept the spirit of Rathore independence alive against the full might of the Mughal Empire during its peak.
Q568. The Maratha practice of exacting a quarter of the land revenue from neighboring territories, which severely impacted the economy of Rajput states in the 18th century, was called:
Explanation
In the eighteenth century, Maratha forces frequently raided Rajputana and demanded "Chauth," which was a payment equal to one-fourth of the land revenue. This practice was essentially a protection tax to prevent further raids. The constant financial burden of Chauth severely weakened the economies of various Rajput states, leading to widespread poverty and making them vulnerable to later British diplomatic interventions and alliances.
Q569. Which of the following statements about the treaties signed between the British and Rajput states (1817-18) is correct?
Explanation
The treaties signed between the British and Rajput states in 1817-18 established a relationship of subordinate cooperation. While the Rajput rulers acknowledged the absolute supremacy and paramountcy of the British Crown, they were generally allowed to retain control over their internal administration. These agreements ended the era of Maratha dominance and brought Rajputana into the British imperial system as a collection of princely states.
Q570. Which of the following statements regarding early Arab incursions is incorrect?
Explanation
While the Gurjara-Pratiharas and other local clans like those led by Bappa Rawal successfully defended Western India against early Arab incursions, these events did not lead to the permanent Islamization of the Rajasthan region. Instead, the Rajput resistance was highly effective in preserving indigenous political and religious structures. The Arab presence remained largely confined to Sindh, failing to penetrate deep into the heartland.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 561 | (a) Strategic disputes over Hadoti and border territory control. |
| 562 | (c) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct. |
| 563 | (d) Hereditary grant of ancestral kingdoms as non-transferable jagirs. |
| 564 | (c) Asaf Khan |
| 565 | (b) The rapid recovery of most lost Mewar territories. |
| 566 | (d) A rank in the Mughal administrative and military hierarchy. |
| 567 | (a) Durgadas Rathore |
| 568 | (c) Chauth |
| 569 | (a) Rulers acknowledged British supremacy while retaining internal powers. |
| 570 | (d) The permanent Islamization of the entire Rajasthan region. |
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.