Famous Personalities — Set 9
Rajasthan GK · प्रसिद्ध व्यक्तित्व · Questions 81–90 of 100
In which city was Mirabai born, and she was a devotee of which deity?
Correct Answer: B. Merta; Lord Krishna
Mirabai was born around 1498 in Merta, Nagaur district of Rajasthan, into the Rathore Rajput clan. She was an ardent devotee of Lord Krishna and composed hundreds of devotional bhajans in his praise. Despite being married to Rana Bhoj Raj of Mewar, she devoted her life entirely to Krishna bhakti. Her bhajans remain among the most beloved expressions of the Bhakti movement across India.
Acharya Tulsi, born in Rajasthan, is associated with which religious movement?
Correct Answer: A. Jain Shvetambara Terapanth
Acharya Tulsi (1914-1997) was born in Ladnun, Nagaur district, Rajasthan, and became the ninth Acharya of the Jain Shvetambara Terapanth sect. He initiated the Anuvrat Movement in 1949 to promote ethical living and non-violence among people of all religions. Tulsi was instrumental in spreading Jain philosophy through education and the establishment of institutions. His contributions to spiritual development earned him widespread recognition including the Indira Gandhi Award for National Integration.
The Kota school of painting is a sub-style of which broader painting tradition?
Correct Answer: B. Rajput-Bundi school
The Kota school of painting developed as a sub-style of the Bundi school of Rajput painting in the 17th century. It is distinct from the parent Bundi style due to its vigorous depiction of hunting scenes, equestrian portraits, and lush vegetation. The school flourished under the patronage of the rulers of Kotah state and reached its peak in the 18th and 19th centuries. Kota paintings are noted for their dynamic compositions, vivid colors, and realistic animal portrayals.
Arjun Lal Sethi, a freedom fighter from Rajasthan, was associated with which revolutionary organization?
Correct Answer: C. Abhinav Bharat Society
Arjun Lal Sethi (1880-1941) was a prominent freedom fighter from Jaipur, Rajasthan, who was associated with the Abhinav Bharat Society founded by V.D. Savarkar. He was also a follower of the Arya Samaj and worked to spread education and revolutionary ideas in Rajasthan. Sethi was arrested several times by the British for his anti-colonial activities. He is regarded as one of Rajasthan's foremost revolutionary nationalists.
Kesari Singh Barhath, the Rajasthan freedom fighter, wrote which famous poem to inspire Mewar's prince not to meet the Viceroy?
Correct Answer: A. Chettavani Ra Chungt
Kesari Singh Barhath (1872-1941) composed the famous poem 'Chettavani Ra Chungt' (Thirteen Admonitions) in 1903 to dissuade Crown Prince Fateh Singh of Mewar from attending the Delhi Durbar of Viceroy Lord Curzon. The poem invoked Rajput pride and urged the prince not to bow before the British. Barhath was a poet, revolutionary, and freedom fighter who contributed significantly to the nationalist movement in Rajasthan. His son Pratap Singh Barhath was also a noted revolutionary who was imprisoned and died in British custody.
Dr. Narayan Dutt Tiwari, who served as both Rajasthan and Uttarakhand Chief Minister, belonged to which state originally?
Correct Answer: C. Uttarakhand
Dr. Narayan Dutt Tiwari was a veteran Congress politician born in 1925 in Nainital (now Uttarakhand). He served as Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh three times and also as Chief Minister of Uttarakhand after the state's formation in 2000. Though not originally from Rajasthan, he is notable as one of India's few politicians to have served as CM of two different states. He also served as Governor of Andhra Pradesh (2007-2009).
Govind Guru, the tribal leader who led the Bhagat Movement in Rajasthan, belonged to which tribe?
Correct Answer: C. Bhil
Govind Guru (1858-1931) was a Bhil tribal leader and social reformer who founded the Sampat Sabha and led the Bhagat Movement among the Bhil communities of southern Rajasthan and Gujarat. He worked to promote education, sobriety, and social reform among tribal communities. He led the famous Mangarh Hill gathering in 1913 where British troops fired on thousands of Bhil tribals, killing hundreds. Govind Guru is revered as a saint-reformer and freedom fighter among Adivasi communities.
Sawai Ram Singh II of Jaipur is credited with introducing which color to the world through his city?
Correct Answer: B. Jaipur Pink
Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh II of Jaipur ordered the entire walled city to be painted pink in 1876 to welcome Prince Albert, the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII). This gave rise to the tradition of the Pink City, which remains Jaipur's most iconic identity today. Pink was considered the color of hospitality in Rajput tradition. A municipal law today still requires all buildings in the old city to maintain their pink facade.
Which Rajasthani musician is known as the 'Kokilkant' (voice of a cuckoo) and was honored with Padma Bhushan?
Correct Answer: B. Allah Jilai Bai
Allah Jilai Bai (1902-1992) was a legendary folk singer from Bikaner, Rajasthan, known for her mesmerizing rendition of Maand—the classical folk music of Rajasthan. She was nicknamed 'Kokilkant' for her extraordinarily melodious voice. The Rajasthan government honored her and she was eventually awarded the Padma Bhushan. Her contributions preserved the rich tradition of Maand singing, which blends elements of classical and folk music.
Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, the Rajasthani musician who won a Grammy Award, plays which instrument?
Correct Answer: C. Mohan Veena
Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt from Jaipur, Rajasthan, created the 'Mohan Veena'—a modified Hawaiian slide guitar—that he uses to blend Indian classical and Western musical traditions. He won the Grammy Award for Best World Music Album in 1994 for 'A Meeting by the River' recorded with Ry Cooder. This made him one of a very few Indian musicians to have won a Grammy. His innovations in Indian music brought international recognition to Rajasthan's musical heritage.