The 34 Rajasthan GK questions of this paper, with their original question numbers, in the English wording of the paper. Every answer is from the Commission's final answer key; the explanation of every other question is free here. Cancelled questions and doubtful keys are left out. हिंदी में यही पेपर
The state bird of Rajasthan is
Answer key: (C) Godawan (Great Indian bustard)
The Godawan (Great Indian Bustard) was declared the state bird in 1981. It is critically endangered; its main home is the Desert National Park, Jaisalmer, and "Project Godawan" runs for its conservation.
Which of the following peaks of Aravali Ranges is the highest?
Answer key: (A) Gurushikhar
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'Kalisindh Thermal Power Project' is located in which of the following areas of Rajasthan? (Choose the most appropriate option from below)
Answer key: (A) Jhalawar
The Kalisindh thermal power project is in Jhalawar district. Kota thermal is the state's first major thermal project; Barmer has the lignite-based Giral and Jalipa-Kapurdi projects.
Given below are two statements:
Statement (I) : Gram is grown as "Rabi" crop in Rajasthan.
Statement (II) : Oilseeds are grown both in "Rabi" and "Kharif" seasons in Rajasthan.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
Answer key: (A) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
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After Independence three states in Rajputana acceded to the Indian Union through the-
Answer key: (B) Instrument of Accession
The princely states joined the Indian Union by signing the "Instrument of Accession", which handed defence, foreign affairs and communications to the Government of India.
'Narma' is associated with which crop in Rajasthan?
Answer key: (B) Cotton
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Who was the first Lokayukta of Rajasthan?
Answer key: (C) Justice I.D. Dua
The Rajasthan Lokayukta and Up-Lokayukta Act was passed in 1973, and Justice I.D. Dua became the state's first Lokayukta.
What is the tenure of the Chairperson and Members of the Rajasthan Human Rights Commission?
Answer key: (B) 3 Years or upto 70 years of age whichever is earlier
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Who among the following was the first woman Governor of the state of Rajasthan?
Answer key: (B) Pratibha Patil
Pratibha Patil (2004-2007) was Rajasthan's first woman Governor; she later became India's first woman President. Prabha Rau and Margaret Alva were also Governors of Rajasthan.
Sewan, Dhaman and Karad are
Answer key: (C) Types of grasses
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Which of the following are cash crops of Rajasthan state? (Choose the most appropriate option from below)
Answer key: (A) Cotton and Tobacco
Cotton and tobacco are cash (commercial) crops grown in Rajasthan. Tea, coffee and cocoa do not grow in Rajasthan's climate.
Indira Gandhi Canal ends in which of the following districts of Rajasthan?
Answer key: (B) Jaisalmer
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Which city is known as 'Food Basket of Rajasthan'?
Answer key: (B) Sri Ganganagar
Thanks to irrigation from the Gang canal and the Indira Gandhi Canal, Sri Ganganagar produces plenty of wheat, cotton and mustard, so it is called the food basket of Rajasthan.
Which of the following statements is not correct about Sahariya tribe of Rajasthan?
Answer key: (C) The chief of the tribe is called Tapara.
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Among the following places in Rajasthan, where is the Pichola lake situated ?
Answer key: (A) Udaipur
Pichola lake is in Udaipur. It holds the island palaces of Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas (Lake Palace). It was built by a Banjara in the 14th century, in Rana Lakha's time.
Which statements regarding Kuchamani Khayal are correct?
a. Kuchamani Khayal was started by the famous folk dramatist Lachhi Ram.
b. Chand Nilgiri, Rao Ridamal and Meera Mangal are the main khayals created by Lachhi Ram.
c. Kuchamani Khayal is not performed in an open theatre.
d. In this Khayal, players of Dhol, Sarangi, Clarinet and Dholak are the main accompanists.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Answer key: (D) a, b and d only
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Which fair was started by Kachhwaha's to cherish their victory over Chanda Meena?
Answer key: (C) Khalkani Mata Donkey fair
As per the Commission's answer key, the Khalkani Mata donkey fair (Luniyawas, Jaipur) was started by the Kachhwahas to mark their victory over the Meenas. Donkeys are traded at this fair.
Which of the following districts of Rajasthan is famous for the highest production of wheat in year 2022-23 in the state ?
Answer key: (A) Sri Ganganagar
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Which among the following is not an Agro based Industry in the state of Rajasthan?
Answer key: (C) Iron and Steel Industry
Iron and steel is a mineral-based industry. Dal mills, rice mills and cotton textiles are based on farm produce.
Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchaiyee Yojana (PMKSY) was implemented in Rajasthan from the year
Answer key: (A) 2015-16
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Rajasthan Agricultural Research Institute is situated at which of the following cities ?
Answer key: (C) Jaipur
The Rajasthan Agricultural Research Institute (RARI) is at Durgapura, Jaipur. Jodhpur has the Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI).
Ramganj Mandi, also known as coriander city, is situated near which of the following cities of Rajasthan?
Answer key: (D) Kota
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Where is the principal seat of Rajasthan High Court located?
Answer key: (D) Jodhpur
The principal seat of the Rajasthan High Court is at Jodhpur (set up 29 August 1949), with a bench at Jaipur.
Who was the State Election Commissioner of Rajasthan during 2023?
Answer key: (C) Madhukar Gupta
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In the fourth phase of integration of Rajasthan, which four princely states merged into Greater Rajasthan?
Answer key: (D) Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer
In the fourth stage, on 30 March 1949, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner and Jaisalmer joined to form Greater Rajasthan. This day is celebrated as "Rajasthan Day". Jaipur became the capital and Maharaja Man Singh II of Jaipur the Rajpramukh.
Where is the archaeological site of "Civilization of Balathal" situated?
Answer key: (A) Vallabhnagar, Udaipur
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In which year Prithivi Raj III defeated Chandel Ruler of Mahoba?
Answer key: (B) 1182 A.D.
In 1182 Prithviraj Chauhan defeated Paramardideva, the Chandela ruler of Mahoba; the heroes Alha and Udal died in this war. Prithviraj won the first battle of Tarain in 1191 and lost the second to Muhammad Ghori in 1192.
"Saheliyon ki Bari" a popular tourist destination in Udaipur was built by .
Answer key: (B) Maharana Sangram Singh - II
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'Rane Jagpat Ra Marasya' was written to mourn the death of which ruler?
Answer key: (B) Maharaja Jagat Singh
"Marsiya" is the Rajasthani genre of elegy written on the death of a king or hero. "Rane Jagpat ra Marsiya" was written on the death of Maharana Jagat Singh of Mewar.
Who, amongst the following famous artists, has represented Rajasthan in the Bharat Utsav in 'Bahrupia Kala'?
Answer key: (B) Janki Lal Bhand
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Match List-I with List-II
List-I (Chhatri): a. Chhatri of Sawai Jai Singh b. Chhatri of Musi Rani c. Chhatri of Gopal Singh d. Sethon ki Chhatri
List-II (Places): I. Alwar II. Ramgarh III. Gatore IV. Karauli
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Answer key: (D) a-III, b-I, c-IV, d-II
The chhatri of Sawai Jai Singh is at Gaitore (Jaipur), of Musi Rani at Alwar, of Gopal Singh at Karauli, and the Sethon ki Chhatriyan at Ramgarh (Sikar, Shekhawati).
Who is famous as 'Wagad Ki Meera'?
Answer key: (C) Gavri Bai
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In which of the following, Rajasthan is the largest producer in the country?
Answer key: (C) Wool
Rajasthan is the country's largest wool producer (sheep rearing). Bikaner has one of Asia's big wool markets, and the Chokla sheep is called the "Merino of India".
Which of the following dams of Rajasthan is for both irrigation and Hydroelectricity? (Choose the most appropriate option from below)
Answer key: (B) Rana Pratap Sagar Dam
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