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Q1. Acharya Bhikshu founded which reformist sect of Jainism in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Acharya Bhikshu (1726-1803) founded the Terapanthi sect of Jainism in Kelwa (Rajsamand) in 1760 CE. He broke away from the Sthanakvasi sect, emphasizing strict non-violence, ahimsa, and self-discipline. 'Tera Panth' means 'your path' (God's path).
Q2. Gogaji's horse is called:
Explanation
Gogaji rode a blue horse (Javli). He is depicted as a warrior on horseback with a lance.
Q3. Mewati dialect is spoken in:
Explanation
Mewati is spoken in the Mewat region (Alwar, parts of Bharatpur) in NE Rajasthan. It has Braj Bhasha and Haryanvi influences.
Q4. Pingal is a literary dialect of:
Explanation
Pingal is the literary form of Eastern Rajasthani, close to Braj Bhasha. Dingal (western) and Pingal (eastern) are the two literary traditions.
Q5. Jashnath ji sect is known for performing which unique practice?
Explanation
Jashnath ji sect (founded by Jashnath ji in the 15th century in Bikaner) is famous for the fire dance. Followers walk and dance barefoot on burning coals in a trance state, chanting 'Fateh' (victory). The sect has 36 rules for followers.
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Q6. Mohan Veena was created by:
Q7. Suryamall Mishran, a famous poet of Rajasthan, authored which major work?
Q8. Devnarayan is a folk deity worshipped primarily by which community?
Q9. Marwari dialect is primarily spoken in which region?
Q10. The 'Nagri' script is historically associated with which region and is an ancestor of modern Devanagari?
Q11. The Jasnathi sect performs which spectacular ritual?
Q12. Devnarayan ji, a folk deity worshipped mainly by the Gurjar community, is associated with which animal?
Q13. Guru Jambheshwar gave how many principles to Bishnoi community?
Q14. Nimbark sect has its main center at:
Q15. The 'Jaipur Literature Festival' (JLF) is the world's largest free literary festival. It is held at:
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