Practice questions
Q1Junagarh Fort at Bikaner is correctly associated with which statement?
A It is the Golden Fort rising from the desert sands of Jaisalmer
B It was built by Maharana Kumbha in the Aravalli hills as a refuge fort
C It is a group of astronomical instruments completed by Sawai Jai Singh II
D It was constructed in 1588 AD by Raja Rai Singh and contains palaces of red sandstone and marble
Explanation Junagarh Fort in Bikaner is linked with Raja Rai Singh and is noted for its palaces, courtyards, balconies, kiosks and windows built in red sandstone and marble. It is a major example of Bikaner architecture.
Q2Which pair was appointed as Praja Mandal representatives to the Mewar Executive Council in October 1946?
A Mohan Lal Sukhadia and Hira Lal Kothari
B Daulat Mal Bhandari and Sagarmal Gopa
C Sawai Man Singh and Manikya Lal Verma
D Shobha Ram and Gurmukh Nihal Singh
Explanation In Mewar, pressure from the Praja Mandal pushed the Maharana towards representative arrangements. In October 1946, Mohan Lal Sukhadia and Hira Lal Kothari were appointed as Praja Mandal representatives to the Executive Council, while Raghubir Singh represented the Regional Council.
Q3In the integration process of Rajasthan, why is 30 March 1949 especially significant?
A It was when the Matsya Union alone was inaugurated under Shobha Ram.
B Greater Rajasthan took shape and Maharaja Sawai Man Singh of Jaipur became Rajpramukh.
C It was the date on which Abu taluka and Ajmer-Merwara completed the present boundaries.
D It marked the first general elections to the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly.
Explanation The date 30 March 1949 is associated with the formation of Greater Rajasthan and the appointment of Jaipur's Maharaja Sawai Man Singh as Rajpramukh. It is later than the Matsya Union and Rajasthan Union stages, but earlier than the 1956 completion of present boundaries.
Q4Which statement about the Rajasthan Union inaugurated on 25 March 1948 is correct?
A It was identical to the Matsya Union in membership and administration.
B It was formed only after the States Reorganisation Commission recommendations were implemented.
C It consisted exclusively of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner and Jaisalmer.
D It included states such as Kota, Tonk, Bundi, Jhalawar, Pratapgarh, Dungarpur, Banswara, Kishangarh and Shahpura, with Kota as capital.
Explanation The Rajasthan Union of 25 March 1948 grouped states including Kota, Tonk, Bundi, Jhalawar, Pratapgarh, Dungarpur, Banswara, Kishangarh and Shahpura, along with related chiefships, and Kota served as its capital. This was distinct from both the Matsya Union and the later Greater Rajasthan phase.
Q5In the context of the Chauhans of Ajmer, which pairing is historically most accurate?
A Chauhans of Ajmer - established Bikaner in the Jangladesh region in 1488
B Chauhans of Ajmer - defeated the Tomara Rajputs of Delhi in the middle of the twelfth century
C Chauhans of Ajmer - founders of Jaisalmer in 1156
D Chauhans of Ajmer - built Jantar Mantar at Jaipur in 1734
Explanation The Chauhans, also called Chahamanas, are tied to Ajmer and Delhi in the twelfth century. NCERT notes that the Tomara Rajputs of Delhi were defeated by the Chauhans of Ajmer around the middle of that century.
More questions
6Which architectural feature is most closely associated with Kumbhalgarh Fort in Rajasthan?
AA massive wall stretching about 36 km, wide enough for several horses abreast
BA five-storeyed facade with numerous jharokhas built mainly for street viewing
CA pre-telescopic observatory containing masonry instruments for astronomy
DA golden desert fort famous for yellow sandstone houses and Jain temples
7In the political awakening of Rajputana, which demand most directly captures the common programme of the Praja Mandals and Praja Parishads?
AReplacement of village panchayats by hereditary jagirdari courts
BWithdrawal from all national movements in British India
CResponsible government and representation in the princely states
DImmediate annexation of every princely state by the British Crown
8Amer Fort near Jaipur is best identified by which architectural combination?
AA palace-fort complex with Diwan-i-Aam and Sheesh Mahal among its attractions
BA nine-storeyed Tower of Victory built to commemorate victories over Malwa and Gujarat
CA seven-storeyed Jain Tower of Fame dedicated to Adinathji
DA desert fort known as Sonar Quila because it merges with golden sand
9Which description of the Bijolia Kisan Andolan is most accurate?
AIt was an astronomical reform movement led by Sawai Jai Singh II at Jaipur.
BIt was the 1576 battle between Mewar and the Mughal army at Haldighati.
CIt was a Harappan urban excavation conducted by ASI in the 1960s.
DIt was a peasant movement of Mewar that began in the late nineteenth century and later had leadership associated with Vijay Singh Pathik.
10The Vijay Stambh inside Chittorgarh Fort is best described as which type of monument?
AA nine-storeyed victory tower built by Maharana Kumbha
BA palace of clouds built inside Kumbhalgarh Fort
CA five-storeyed wind palace built for royal women to view streets
DA Jain tower dedicated to the first Tirthankara Adinathji
11What was the main functional idea behind the many jharokhas of Hawa Mahal in Jaipur?
ATo store rainwater for a prolonged siege
BTo allow royal women to observe street activity without being seen
CTo mount heavy cannons on the outer ramparts of a fort
DTo calculate local time by the shadow of a masonry sundial
12Movements such as Bijolia, Shekhawati, Begun and Parsoli are best understood as contributing to political awakening in Rajputana primarily through which issue-area?
ACourt-sponsored drives to increase begaar obligations in villages
BExclusive campaigns for overseas trade concessions by merchant guilds
CMilitary campaigns to restore Maratha control over Rajputana states
DAgrarian rights, resistance to begaar and opposition to exploitative jagirdari practices
13Which statement best reflects the administrative and revenue pattern of many early medieval kingdoms, including Rajput polities?
ARulers often shared power with samantas and influential groups, while resources came from producers and traders.
BArmy and revenue offices were filled only through open competitive examinations.
CRevenue collection was handled only by elected village councils independent of the ruler.
DTrade was exempt from revenue demands because rulers collected only temple offerings.
14Which statement about Jaipur's foundation is correct?
AIt was founded by Rawal Jaisal in 1156 after he left Lodurva.
BIt was established in 1727 by Jai Singh II after shifting from Amber due to population growth and water scarcity.
CIt was founded by Rao Bika in 1488 as a Rathore desert kingdom.
DIt was founded by Rana Kumbha as the second most important citadel of Mewar.
15With reference to Dungarpur Rajya Praja Mandal, which chronology is accurate?
AIt came into existence in 1945 and demanded responsible government in 1946.
BIt emerged in 1913 and immediately formed a bicameral legislature.
CIt was set up only after the 1956 States Reorganisation Commission changes.
DIt began as the cabinet of the Matsya Union in March 1948.
