History & Kingdoms — Set 2
Rajasthan GK · इतिहास और राज्य · Questions 11–20 of 200
Maharana Pratap's famous horse was named:
Correct Answer: B. Chetak
Chetak was the legendary horse of Maharana Pratap, famous for its bravery during the Battle of Haldighati in 1576. Despite being wounded, Chetak carried Maharana Pratap to safety by leaping across a stream. A memorial (chhatri) for Chetak exists at Haldighati in Rajsamand district.
Who was the first Chief Minister of Rajasthan after its formation?
Correct Answer: B. Hiralal Shastri
Hiralal Shastri became the first Chief Minister of Rajasthan on 30 March 1949 when the United State of Rajasthan was formed. He served as CM until January 1951. He was a prominent freedom fighter and was associated with the Vanvasi Seva Sangh working for tribal welfare.
The Kumbhalgarh Fort was built by which ruler of Mewar?
Correct Answer: C. Rana Kumbha
Kumbhalgarh Fort was built by Rana Kumbha in the 15th century in the Aravalli Hills of Rajsamand district. The fort has the second longest wall in the world (36 km) after the Great Wall of China. It served as a refuge for Mewar rulers in times of danger and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The first Johar at Chittorgarh (1303) is associated with which queen?
Correct Answer: B. Rani Padmini
The first Johar at Chittorgarh in 1303 is associated with Rani Padmini (Padmavati) during the siege by Alauddin Khilji of the Delhi Sultanate. According to tradition, Rani Padmini and thousands of Rajput women performed Johar (self-immolation) to protect their honor. The Rajput warriors then fought to the death in Saka.
Rana Sanga (Sangram Singh) fought the Battle of Khanwa (1527) against which Mughal emperor?
Correct Answer: C. Babur
Rana Sanga fought the Battle of Khanwa on 16 March 1527 against Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire. Rana Sanga led a confederacy of Rajput rulers but was defeated by Babur, who used superior artillery. This battle established Mughal supremacy in India and ended Rajput hopes of controlling Delhi.
The Jantar Mantar observatories were built by which ruler of Jaipur?
Correct Answer: B. Sawai Jai Singh II
Sawai Jai Singh II built five Jantar Mantar observatories in Jaipur, Delhi, Varanasi, Ujjain, and Mathura between 1724 and 1735. The Jaipur observatory is the largest and best preserved among them. It houses the world's largest stone sundial (Samrat Yantra) and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Who founded the city of Jaisalmer in 1156 AD?
Correct Answer: B. Rawal Jaisal
Rawal Jaisal, a Bhati Rajput chief, founded Jaisalmer in 1156 AD on the Trikuta Hill in the Thar Desert. The city derived its name from its founder. Jaisalmer was strategically located on the ancient Silk Route connecting India to Central Asia and was an important trading center.
The Mangarh massacre of 1913 in Rajasthan involved the killing of which tribal community?
Correct Answer: C. Bhil
The Mangarh massacre on 17 November 1913 saw the British kill approximately 1,500 Bhil tribals at Mangarh Hill in Banswara district. The Bhils had gathered under their leader Govind Guru to protest against exploitation by landlords and the British. It is often called the 'Adivasi Jallianwala' as it predates the Jallianwala Bagh massacre by six years.
Man Singh I of Amber served as a trusted general of which Mughal emperor?
Correct Answer: C. Akbar
Man Singh I of the Kachwaha dynasty of Amber was one of the Navaratnas (nine jewels) in Emperor Akbar's court. He served as governor of Bihar and Bengal and led military campaigns in various parts of India. He also commanded the Mughal forces at the Battle of Haldighati against Maharana Pratap in 1576.
The integration of Rajasthan was completed in how many stages?
Correct Answer: B. Seven
The integration of Rajasthan was completed in seven stages from 1948 to 1956. It began with the Matsya Union (17 March 1948) and concluded with the States Reorganisation Act of 1956 when Ajmer-Merwara was merged. V.P. Menon played a key role as Secretary of the States Department in this integration process.