History & Kingdoms — Set 3
Rajasthan GK · इतिहास और राज्य · Questions 21–30 of 200
Mirabai, the famous Bhakti saint-poetess, was a princess of which Rajput kingdom?
Correct Answer: C. Merta (Jodhpur)
Mirabai was born in Kudki village near Merta in the Jodhpur region around 1498 into the Rathore Rajput family. She was married to Bhoj Raj, the crown prince of Mewar (Udaipur). She became a devoted follower of Lord Krishna and composed hundreds of devotional songs (bhajans) that are popular to this day.
The second Johar at Chittorgarh (1535) is associated with which queen?
Correct Answer: B. Rani Karnavati
The second Johar at Chittorgarh in 1535 is associated with Rani Karnavati during the siege by Bahadur Shah of Gujarat. According to legend, Rani Karnavati sent a rakhi (sacred thread) to Mughal emperor Humayun seeking his help, but he arrived too late. Rani Karnavati performed Johar along with 13,000 Rajput women.
Durgadas Rathore is famous for protecting the prince of which Rajput kingdom from Mughal persecution?
Correct Answer: B. Marwar
Durgadas Rathore (1638-1718) is celebrated for protecting Prince Ajit Singh of Marwar from Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's attempts to seize the young prince. He fought a guerrilla war against the Mughals for over 25 years to restore Marwar's independence. His bravery earned him the title of the 'Rajput Shivaji' by some historians.
Which ruler of Marwar was known as the most powerful Rathore king and fought against Sher Shah Suri?
Correct Answer: B. Rao Maldeo
Rao Maldeo (1511-1562) was the most powerful Rathore king who expanded Marwar to its greatest extent. He fought the Battle of Sammel (Giri-Sumel) in 1544 against Sher Shah Suri. Sher Shah Suri reportedly said after the battle, 'I would have lost the empire of Hindustan for a handful of millet (bajra).'
The Treaty of 1818 between British and Rajput states established what kind of relationship?
Correct Answer: B. Subsidiary alliance and British suzerainty
The Treaties of 1818 established subsidiary alliances between the British East India Company and various Rajput states including Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, and others. Under these treaties, the princely states accepted British suzerainty and a British Resident was posted. The states maintained internal autonomy but gave up control of foreign affairs and defense.
Which Chauhan ruler of Ajmer defeated Muhammad of Ghor in the First Battle of Tarain?
Correct Answer: B. Prithviraj Chauhan III
Prithviraj Chauhan III (Rai Pithora) defeated Muhammad of Ghor in the First Battle of Tarain in 1191. He ruled the Chahamana (Chauhan) dynasty of Ajmer and Delhi. He captured Ghor's general but released him, which proved a costly mistake when Ghor returned and defeated him in 1192.
The Mewar Praja Mandal, founded in 1938, was associated with the freedom movement in which princely state?
Correct Answer: C. Udaipur (Mewar)
The Mewar Praja Mandal was established in 1938 by Manikya Lal Verma in Udaipur to fight for civil liberties and responsible government in the Mewar princely state. It was one of the most active Praja Mandals in Rajputana. Balwant Singh Mehta also played a significant role in this organization.
Who built the Hawa Mahal in Jaipur in 1799?
Correct Answer: B. Sawai Pratap Singh
Sawai Pratap Singh built the Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) in 1799 in Jaipur. It was designed by architect Lal Chand Ustad in the form of the crown of Lord Krishna. The five-storey building has 953 small windows (jharokhas) that allowed royal women to observe street life without being seen.
Govind Guru led which tribal community's movement in southern Rajasthan?
Correct Answer: B. Bhil
Govind Guru (1858-1931) led the Bhagat Movement among the Bhil tribals of southern Rajasthan, working for their social and spiritual upliftment. He established the 'Samp Sabha' in 1883 to unite the Bhils against exploitation. His movement culminated in the tragic Mangarh massacre of 1913 where British forces killed around 1,500 Bhils.
The Rajputana Agency was established by the British in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1832
The Rajputana Agency was established in 1832 by the British to oversee the princely states of Rajputana. The Agent to the Governor General (AGG) was headquartered at Mount Abu. The agency supervised 18 princely states, 2 chieftainships, and the British-administered territory of Ajmer-Merwara.