Art, Culture & Festivals — Set 3
Rajasthan GK · कला, संस्कृति और त्यौहार · Questions 21–30 of 140
Pichwai paintings, associated with Nathdwara, depict which Hindu deity?
Correct Answer: C. Lord Krishna (Shrinathji)
Pichwai paintings are devotional paintings created for the Shrinathji Temple at Nathdwara (Rajsamand district). They depict Lord Krishna in his Shrinathji form and are hung behind the deity's idol. These intricate cloth paintings show various moods and festivals (leelas) associated with Krishna worship.
The Brahma Temple at Pushkar is one of the very few temples in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma. Where exactly is it located?
Correct Answer: B. Near the lake on a raised platform
The Brahma Temple at Pushkar is located near the Pushkar Lake on a raised platform (marble steps). It is one of the very few temples in the world dedicated to Lord Brahma, the creator deity. The temple was built in the 14th century and has a distinctive red spire and a marble floor with a silver turtle on it.
The 'Kachhi Ghodi' folk dance of Rajasthan imitates which activity?
Correct Answer: B. Horse riding
Kachhi Ghodi is a folk dance where performers ride dummy horses (made of bamboo and cloth) and perform mock sword fights. It is popular in the Shekhawati region and is performed during weddings and festivals. The dance depicts the bravery of bandits who looted caravans in the Shekhawati region.
The 'Meenakari' work on jewelry in Rajasthan involves which technique?
Correct Answer: B. Enameling on metal surfaces
Meenakari is the art of enameling on metal surfaces, primarily gold and silver, using vibrant colors made from mineral substances. Jaipur is the main center of Meenakari work, brought to India by Raja Man Singh I from Lahore. The art involves filling engraved patterns with colored enamels and firing them.
The Ranakpur Jain Temple, famous for its 1444 intricately carved pillars, is dedicated to which Tirthankara?
Correct Answer: C. Adinath (Rishabhadeva)
The Ranakpur Jain Temple (Chaumukha Temple) is dedicated to Adinath (Rishabhadeva), the first Tirthankara. Built in the 15th century by Dharna Shah under the patronage of Rana Kumbha, it is located in the Pali district. Its 1444 marble pillars are each uniquely carved with no two being identical.
Which Rajasthani textile art involves tying small portions of cloth with thread before dyeing to create patterns?
Correct Answer: B. Bandhani (Bandhej)
Bandhani (also called Bandhej) is the traditional tie-and-dye art form where cloth is tied tightly with threads at various points before dyeing. Jodhpur, Jaipur, and Sikar are major centers of Bandhani work in Rajasthan. The technique creates distinctive dotted patterns forming elaborate designs like Leheriya and Mothda.
The Bhavai folk dance of Rajasthan involves the performer balancing how many earthen pots on the head while dancing?
Correct Answer: C. 8 to 12
In the Bhavai folk dance, the performer balances 8 to 12 earthen pots or brass pitchers on the head while performing acrobatic feats. The dancer moves on the rim of a plate, on a glass, or on the edge of a sword. It originated in the Mewar and Marwar regions and requires extraordinary balance.
The 'Rawanhatha' is a traditional stringed instrument of Rajasthan believed to be the ancestor of which modern instrument?
Correct Answer: B. Violin
The Rawanhatha is an ancient bowed string instrument believed to be the precursor of the modern violin. It is made from a coconut shell covered with goat skin and bamboo. Traditionally played by the Bhopa community while narrating the Pabuji ki Phad, it is considered one of the oldest stringed instruments in the world.
The festival of Teej in Rajasthan is primarily associated with the arrival of which season?
Correct Answer: C. Monsoon
Teej festival celebrates the arrival of the monsoon season (Sawan/Shravan month) and is dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Women dress in green clothes, apply mehndi, and ride on swings. The Teej procession in Jaipur, with the Teej Mata idol, is one of the most famous celebrations in Rajasthan.
Makrana in Rajasthan is world famous for which type of stone?
Correct Answer: B. White marble
Makrana, located in the Nagaur district of Rajasthan, is world famous for its superior quality white marble. The Taj Mahal in Agra was built using Makrana marble. The marble quarries here have been operational for centuries and produce marble known for its whiteness and translucency.