Social Life, Fairs & Festivals MCQ — 308 Practice Questions with Answers

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Mewar turbans are among the largest and most voluminous in Rajasthan, often requiring 15-25 meters of cloth. They are round with pleated fans. The Sisodia Rajput tradition dictates the elaborate style. Color codes: saffron for valor, white for mourning, red/pink for weddings, and Laharia for festivals.

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Tejaji Fair is held at Parbatsar (Nagaur) on Bhadon Sudi Dashmi. It is combined with a large cattle fair.

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Sagasji/Hero stones (Devli/Chattri) commemorate warriors who died heroically in battle or protecting community. Found across rural Rajasthan, they often depict the warrior on horseback with a lance or sword. The Bhomia (guardian deity) tradition also involves worship of such heroes. Sati stones (women who self-immolated) are related but different.

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Elephant Festival is held in Jaipur during Holi, featuring decorated elephants, elephant polo, elephant races, and folk performances.

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The Marwar Festival (held during Sharad Purnima in October) celebrates Rajasthani folk heroes and musicians through folk dances, music, and camel polo. It is held at Mehrangarh Fort and Umaid Bhawan Palace grounds.