Q611. Which of the following is the most appropriate definition of ‘Bhom’ tenure in medieval Rajasthan?
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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Q612. Match List-I (Type of Jagir/Land Grant) with
List-II (Nature of Grantee) and select the correct answer.
List I: (Type of Grant)
A. Sasan
B. Bhom
C. Tankha Jagir
D. Inam
List II: (Nature of Grantee)
i. State officials and nobles in lieu of salary
ii. Persons rewarded for special services or skills, often non-military
iii. Brahmins, scholars, and religious men
iv. Local protectors and martyrs’ families
List-II (Nature of Grantee) and select the correct answer.
List I: (Type of Grant)
A. Sasan
B. Bhom
C. Tankha Jagir
D. Inam
List II: (Nature of Grantee)
i. State officials and nobles in lieu of salary
ii. Persons rewarded for special services or skills, often non-military
iii. Brahmins, scholars, and religious men
iv. Local protectors and martyrs’ families
Explanation
Different land grants targeted specific social groups. Sasan was for religious and learned men, while Bhom focused on local protectors and martyrs’ families. Tankha Jagirs were the primary means of remunerating state officials and nobles for their service. Inam grants were rewards for individuals who demonstrated exceptional non-military skills or provided special services to the royal court.
Q613. Identify the incorrect statement regarding a ‘Kham’ (or Zabti) jagir.
Explanation
Kham, or Zabti, referred to the temporary confiscation of a Jagir by the state. This usually occurred during succession disputes or if a Jagirdar failed to meet his military obligations. Under Kham, the state directly managed the land and collected revenue until the issue was resolved. It was never a permanent donation to foreign powers or a form of tribute.
Q614. In the agrarian terminology of the state of Mewar, the crown lands directly administered by state officials were locally referred to as:
Explanation
In the state of Mewar, crown lands that were under the direct management and supervision of state officials were specifically called Hawala. These lands were vital for the state’s financial stability, as all revenue collected from them went directly to the royal treasury. This system allowed the state to maintain a consistent source of income independent of the Jagirdari grants.
Q615. Match List-I (Obligations/Taxes) with List-II (Context) and select the correct answer.
| Obligations/Taxes | Context |
|---|---|
| A. Talwar-bandhai | i. Assessed revenue determining troop quota |
| B. Chakri | ii. Cash contribution on occasions like royal marriages |
| C. Rekh | iii. Mandatory military service to the state |
| D. Neota | iv. Succession fee paid by the new Jagirdar |
Explanation
The financial and service relationship between the state and Jagirdars was defined by several terms. Talwar-bandhai was the fee paid during succession, while Chakri represented mandatory military service. Rekh provided the assessment for troop quotas, and Neota was a customary cash contribution for special occasions like royal weddings. These mechanisms ensured the state’s military readiness and financial needs were met.
Q616. Arrange the following steps in the typical process of succession to a Jagir in chronological order:
I. Imposition of Kham (temporary state management)
II. Death of the incumbent Jagirdar
III. Payment of Hukamnama/Nazarana by the heir
IV. Issuance of a new Patta (deed) and Matmi (condolence/recognition) by the ruler
Select the correct order:
I. Imposition of Kham (temporary state management)
II. Death of the incumbent Jagirdar
III. Payment of Hukamnama/Nazarana by the heir
IV. Issuance of a new Patta (deed) and Matmi (condolence/recognition) by the ruler
Select the correct order:
Explanation
The succession process began with the death of a Jagirdar, leading to the temporary state management of the estate, known as Kham. The heir would then pay the required Hukamnama or succession fee. Finally, the ruler would issue a new Patta and hold the Matmi ceremony, formally recognizing the new Jagirdar and restoring the estate to the family’s control.
Q617. In the revenue assessment systems of medieval Rajasthan, what did the term ‘Lata’ refer to?
Explanation
Lata was a revenue assessment method that occurred after the crop had been harvested. The yield was estimated while the grain was still on the threshing floor, allowing for a more accurate assessment than predicting standing crops. This system was commonly used in medieval Rajasthan to determine the state’s share of the agricultural produce before it was finally divided.
Q618. The ‘Mukata’ or ‘Ijara’ system in the context of medieval revenue administration meant:
Explanation
The Mukata or Ijara system involved farming out the rights to collect land revenue to individuals through an auction process. The highest bidder, known as the Ijaradar, would pay a fixed amount to the state and then collect revenue from the peasants. While this ensured a stable income for the treasury, it often led to the exploitation of the cultivators.
Q619. Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Batai’ (crop-sharing) system in medieval Rajasthan:
I. ‘Khet Batai’ involved dividing the field itself between the state and the cultivator before harvesting.
II. ‘Lank Batai’ involved dividing the harvested crop bundles before threshing.
III. ‘Ras Batai’ involved dividing the grain heap after threshing.
IV. The Batai system was extremely unpopular among peasants because it shifted the entire risk of crop failure onto them.
Which of the above combination of statements is/are correct?
I. ‘Khet Batai’ involved dividing the field itself between the state and the cultivator before harvesting.
II. ‘Lank Batai’ involved dividing the harvested crop bundles before threshing.
III. ‘Ras Batai’ involved dividing the grain heap after threshing.
IV. The Batai system was extremely unpopular among peasants because it shifted the entire risk of crop failure onto them.
Which of the above combination of statements is/are correct?
Explanation
The Batai system featured several methods of crop-sharing: Khet Batai involved dividing the field, Lank Batai divided harvested bundles, and Ras Batai divided the grain after threshing. Contrary to the claim of extreme unpopularity, crop-sharing actually protected peasants from complete loss during failures, as the state’s share decreased proportionally with the yield, unlike fixed cash demands.
Q620. Which of the following pairs related to revenue assessment terms is incorrectly matched?
Explanation
Revenue assessment involved various terms like Kunta for standing crop estimation, Dori for land measurement, and Zabti for cash-based demands. Ghugri, however, was not an insurance system; it typically referred to a specific quantity of grain collected for local needs or charity. Understanding these terms is essential for grasping the complexities of the medieval agrarian and tax administration.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 611 | (d) Hereditary grant for local protection or to heirs of fallen village defenders. |
| 612 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii |
| 613 | (b) Kham lands were those lands permanently donated to foreign invaders as tribute. |
| 614 | (d) Hawala |
| 615 | (a) A-iv, B-iii, C-i, D-ii |
| 616 | (b) II, I, III, IV |
| 617 | (b) Estimating yield after harvesting the crop on the threshing floor. |
| 618 | (a) A system where revenue collection rights were auctioned to the highest bidder. |
| 619 | (a) I, II, and III only |
| 620 | (d) Ghugri - A state-provided system of crop insurance. |
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
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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.