Q911. Before its merger with Rajasthan, what was the constitutional status of Ajmer-Merwara under the Indian Constitution of 1950?
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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Q912. The separate legislative assembly of the Ajmer state prior to 1956 was known by what name?
Explanation
The independent legislative assembly of the Ajmer state prior to its merger was known as the Dhara Sabha. This body represented the democratic aspirations of the people in the Part C state. It functioned separately from the Rajasthan legislative assembly until the final unification in 1956, after which the members were integrated into the larger Rajasthan state legislature.
Q913. How many elected members constituted the Dhara Sabha of Ajmer?
Explanation
The Dhara Sabha of the Ajmer state consisted of thirty elected members. This small legislative body was responsible for the governance of the enclave during its period as a separate Part C state between 1952 and 1956. Upon the merger of Ajmer with Rajasthan, these thirty members joined the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, temporarily increasing its total strength.
Q914. Who served as the first and only Chief Minister of the independent state of Ajmer before its merger into Rajasthan?
Explanation
Hari Bhau Upadhyay served as the first and only Chief Minister of the Ajmer state from 1952 until its merger in 1956. A dedicated Gandhian and social reformer, he led the local government in the Part C state and managed its administrative affairs. After the merger, he continued to be a prominent figure in the political life of unified Rajasthan.
Q915. Consider the following statements regarding Ajmer-Merwara:
I. It was a British administrative enclave surrounded by princely states.
II. It was a stronghold of the Arya Samaj movement in Rajputana.
III. Hari Bhau Upadhyay strongly advocated for its immediate merger with Rajasthan in 1949.
IV. The States Reorganization Commission strongly advised maintaining Ajmer as a separate state.
V. It ultimately became the 26th district of Rajasthan.
Which combination of the above statements is correct?
I. It was a British administrative enclave surrounded by princely states.
II. It was a stronghold of the Arya Samaj movement in Rajputana.
III. Hari Bhau Upadhyay strongly advocated for its immediate merger with Rajasthan in 1949.
IV. The States Reorganization Commission strongly advised maintaining Ajmer as a separate state.
V. It ultimately became the 26th district of Rajasthan.
Which combination of the above statements is correct?
Explanation
Ajmer-Merwara was a British enclave and a major center for the Arya Samaj, ultimately becoming Rajasthan’s 26th district. However, Hari Bhau Upadhyay initially opposed a quick merger, favoring separate status for Ajmer, and the SRC actually recommended the merger rather than separate status. Thus, only the first, second, and fifth statements accurately describe the history of this territory.
Q916. Which prominent institution, founded by Hari Bhau Upadhyay in Ajmer, played a significant role in political and social awakening during the freedom and integration struggle?
Explanation
Hari Bhau Upadhyay founded the Gandhi Ashram at Hatundi near Ajmer in 1927. This institution became a major center for political awakening, social reform, and the promotion of khadi in the Rajputana region. It played a critical role in training freedom fighters and mobilizing public opinion during the struggles for independence and the subsequent integration of the princely states.
Q917. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the integration of Ajmer-Merwara.
Explanation
The merger of Ajmer-Merwara was a complex process involving local political divisions and constitutional amendments. However, the claim that the merger resulted in a significant loss of territory for Rajasthan is incorrect. In fact, the merger added territory and a major historical city to the state, consolidating the previously isolated enclave into the larger geographical body of Rajasthan.
Q918. Consider the following statements about the leaders of Rajasthan’s integration:
I. Manikya Lal Verma authored "Mewar Ka Vartman Shasan".
II. Hiralal Shastri founded the Jeevan Kutir at Banasthali.
III. Jai Narayan Vyas edited the newspaper ‘Akhand Bharat’.
IV. Gokul Lal Asawa was primarily a leader from the Bikaner region.
Which combination of the above statements is correct?
I. Manikya Lal Verma authored "Mewar Ka Vartman Shasan".
II. Hiralal Shastri founded the Jeevan Kutir at Banasthali.
III. Jai Narayan Vyas edited the newspaper ‘Akhand Bharat’.
IV. Gokul Lal Asawa was primarily a leader from the Bikaner region.
Which combination of the above statements is correct?
Explanation
Manikya Lal Verma authored works on Mewar, Hiralal Shastri founded the Banasthali institution, and Jai Narayan Vyas edited ‘Akhand Bharat’. However, Gokul Lal Asawa was a leader from the Shahpura region in the south, not Bikaner. Therefore, the fourth statement is incorrect, as his political activities were primarily centered in the Rajasthan Union’s initial core areas around Shahpura.
Q919. The following question consists of two statements, Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): The integration of the Rajputana states was largely termed a "bloodless revolution."
Reason (R): Unlike Hyderabad or Junagadh, the central government did not have to resort to direct military action to integrate any state in Rajasthan.
Assertion (A): The integration of the Rajputana states was largely termed a "bloodless revolution."
Reason (R): Unlike Hyderabad or Junagadh, the central government did not have to resort to direct military action to integrate any state in Rajasthan.
Explanation
The unification of Rajasthan is described as a "bloodless revolution" because it was achieved through diplomatic negotiations rather than armed conflict. Unlike other regions like Hyderabad, where military action was necessary, the Rajputana states merged into the Indian Union peacefully. The cooperation of the rulers and the pressure of popular movements allowed for a smooth transition from monarchy to democracy.
Q920. Which ruler of Jodhpur engaged in secret negotiations with Muhammad Ali Jinnah just prior to independence?
Explanation
Maharaja Hanwant Singh of Jodhpur famously held secret discussions with Muhammad Ali Jinnah just before August 15, 1947. Tempted by offers of autonomy and port access, he considered acceding to Pakistan instead of India. This flirtation with Pakistan created a major crisis for the States Department, requiring direct intervention by Lord Mountbatten and V.P. Menon to secure Jodhpur for India.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 911 | (c) Part C State |
| 912 | (a) Dhara Sabha |
| 913 | (b) 30 |
| 914 | (d) Hari Bhau Upadhyay |
| 915 | (a) I, II, and V only |
| 916 | (b) Gandhi Ashram, Hatundi |
| 917 | (d) Ajmer’s merger resulted in a significant loss of territory for the state of Rajasthan. |
| 918 | (a) I, II, and III only |
| 919 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 920 | (d) Maharaja Hanwant Singh |
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.