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.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q951. The following question consists of two statements -- Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option. Assertion (A): The Eklingji Temple is considered the most significant spiritual center for the Guhilot rulers of Mewar. Reason (R): The Maharanas of Mewar considered themselves merely as the Diwans (prime ministers) of the deity Eklingji, ruling the state on his behalf.
Explanation
The Eklingji Temple serves as the spiritual heart of the Mewar kingdom, dedicated to a manifestation of Lord Shiva. The Guhilot rulers traditionally maintained a unique relationship with the deity, considering Eklingji the true sovereign of the state. Consequently, the Maharanas ruled as administrators or Diwans, emphasizing a divine right to govern while remaining humble servants of the god.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q952. The idol of Shrinathji situated in the Nathdwara temple was originally brought to Rajasthan to protect it from the iconoclastic policies of which Mughal emperor?
Explanation
The sacred idol of Shrinathji was originally housed in Vrindavan until the seventeenth century. To safeguard the image from the iconoclastic campaigns led by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, devotees transported it toward Rajasthan. Maharana Raj Singh of Mewar provided sanctuary, leading to the establishment of the temple at Nathdwara, which became a major center for the Pushtimarg tradition.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q953. Which of the following gates is the principal and historically most significant entrance to the Amber Fort complex, leading directly into the Jaleb Chowk?
Explanation
The Suraj Pol is the main and most important entrance to the Amber Fort complex, and it leads directly into the Jaleb Chowk, the main courtyard. The Ganesh Pol leads to the private palaces.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q954. The following event phases relate to the history of Jaipur’s astronomical observatory (Jantar Mantar). Arrange them in the correct chronological order: I. Designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site II. Construction commissioned by Sawai Jai Singh II III. Comprehensive restoration undertaken under Arthur Garrett IV. Completion of the primary astronomical instruments
Explanation
Sawai Jai Singh II commissioned the Jantar Mantar and the main instruments were then completed. Arthur Garrett led a major restoration in the early twentieth century, and UNESCO inscribed the site in 2010. The order is II, IV, III, I.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q955. Jaigarh Fort is particularly famous for housing the ‘Jaivana’, which is historically significant as:
Explanation
Jaivana at Jaigarh Fort is the largest wheeled cannon of the early modern era. It was cast at the fort’s own foundry and is one of the best known exhibits of the Amber-Jaipur region.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q956. Which unique geological feature gives Jaisalmer Fort its popular designation as the "Golden Fort"?
Explanation
Jaisalmer Fort is built of yellow sandstone, which glows golden in the morning and evening sun. This is why it is called the Golden Fort or Sonar Quila, not because of gold leaf or a hidden treasure.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q957. Consider the following statements regarding Ranthambore Fort: I. It is situated within the boundaries of the Ranthambore National Park. II. The fort is closely associated with the historical figure Hammir Dev Chauhan. III. It contains the renowned Trinetra Ganesh Temple. IV. It was famously besieged and captured by Alauddin Khalji in 1301. V. It was the primary capital of the Mewar kingdom before the rise of Udaipur. Which of the above combination of statements is incorrect?
Explanation
Ranthambore Fort lies in Ranthambore National Park, is tied to Hammir Dev Chauhan, has the Trinetra Ganesh temple and was captured by Alauddin Khalji in 1301. It was never the capital of Mewar, so V is incorrect.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q958. Identify the architect responsible for the design of the Kumbhalgarh Fort under the patronage of Rana Kumbha.
Explanation
Mandan, a noted architect and writer on architecture, designed Kumbhalgarh for Rana Kumbha. Vidyadhar Bhattacharya is the planner of Jaipur.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q959. The innermost and most fortified section of the Kumbhalgarh Fort, which served as the personal residence of Rana Kumbha, is known by what name?
Explanation
Katargarh is the innermost and most strongly defended part of Kumbhalgarh, and it was the private residence of Rana Kumbha. It stands at the top of the fort.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Temples, Forts, Palaces and Monuments
Q960. Match List-I (Monuments/Palaces) with List- II (Associated Rulers/Founders) and select the correct answer.
Monuments/Palaces
Associated Rulers/Founders
A. Hawa Mahal, Jaipur
i. Maharana Jagat Singh II
B. City Palace, Jaipur
ii. Maharaja Umaid Singh
C. Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur
iii. Sawai Pratap Singh
D. Lake Palace (Jag Niwas), Udaipur
iv. Sawai Jai Singh II
Explanation
Sawai Pratap Singh built the Hawa Mahal, Sawai Jai Singh II built the City Palace of Jaipur, Maharaja Umaid Singh built the Umaid Bhawan Palace of Jodhpur and Maharana Jagat Singh II built the Lake Palace (Jag Niwas) of Udaipur. This gives A-iii, B-iv, C-ii, D-i.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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(b) Aurangzeb
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(d) Suraj Pol
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(a) II, IV, III, I
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(b) The largest wheeled cannon ever constructed in the early modern era.
956
(b) The use of yellow sandstone that reflects a golden hue during the morning and evening sunlight.
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(b) V only
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(c) Mandan
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(d) Katargarh
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(a) A-iii, B-iv, C-ii, D-i
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.
