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राजस्थान : परिचय, स्थिति एवं विस्तार – Rajasthan GK
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Q1. What is the capital city of Rajasthan?
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Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan, also known as the 'Pink City'.
Q2. What was the region of Rajasthan historically known as before its current name?
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Historically, the region of Rajasthan was known as 'Rajputana' during the British era.
Q3. What percentage of India's total geographical area does Rajasthan cover?
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Rajasthan covers approximately 10.41% of India's total geographical area.
Q4. Which village represents the westernmost point of Rajasthan?
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Katra village in Jaisalmer district is the westernmost point of Rajasthan.
Q5. What is the state flower of Rajasthan?
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Rohida (Tecomella undulata) is the state flower of Rajasthan.
Q6. Which of the following is a major river flowing through Rajasthan?
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The Chambal River is one of the major rivers flowing through Rajasthan.
Q7. What is the approximate east-west extent (width) of Rajasthan?
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The east-west extent of Rajasthan is approximately 869 km.
Q8. Through which districts of Rajasthan does the Tropic of Cancer pass?
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The Tropic of Cancer passes through the southern districts of Dungarpur and Banswara in Rajasthan.
Q9. Which tree is known as the state tree of Rajasthan?
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Khejri (Prosopis cineraria) is the state tree of Rajasthan.
Q10. What is Rajasthan's rank among Indian states by geographical area?
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Rajasthan is the largest state in India by geographical area.
Q11. Which iconic fort is a prominent landmark in Jaipur, known for its intricate architecture?
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Amber Fort is a famous historical fort in Jaipur, renowned for its intricate architecture.
Q12. How many districts of Rajasthan share a border with Gujarat?
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Six districts of Rajasthan share a border with Gujarat.
Q13. How many Indian states share a border with Rajasthan?
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Rajasthan shares its inter-state boundaries with five Indian states: Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat.
Q14. What is the total length of Rajasthan's international boundary?
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Rajasthan shares an international border of 1070 km with Pakistan.
Q15. What is the state bird of Rajasthan?
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The Great Indian Bustard (Godawan) is the state bird of Rajasthan.
Q16. Which village represents the easternmost point of Rajasthan?
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Silana village in Dholpur district is the easternmost point of Rajasthan.
Q17. How many districts of Rajasthan share a border with Punjab?
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Two districts of Rajasthan, Ganganagar and Hanumangarh, share a border with Punjab.
Q18. Which traditional art form of Rajasthan involves painting on cloth, often depicting folk deities?
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Phad painting is a famous folk art of Rajasthan where stories of folk deities are depicted on cloth.
Q19. How many districts of Rajasthan share a border with Haryana?
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Seven districts of Rajasthan share a border with Haryana.
Q20. Which is the largest inland salt lake in India, located in Rajasthan?
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Sambhar Lake is the largest inland salt lake in India, situated in Rajasthan.
Q21. Which district of Rajasthan shares the shortest international boundary with Pakistan?
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Bikaner district shares the shortest international border (168 km) with Pakistan.
Q22. Which Indian state is the largest by area?
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Rajasthan is the largest state in India by area.
Q23. What is the total length of Rajasthan's land boundary (international + inter-state)?
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The total land boundary of Rajasthan is 5920 km, comprising 1070 km international and 4850 km inter-state boundaries.
Q24. Which districts of Rajasthan share both an international border and an inter-state border?
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Ganganagar shares a border with Pakistan and Punjab, while Barmer shares a border with Pakistan and Gujarat.
Q25. How many districts of Rajasthan share a border with Pakistan?
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Four districts of Rajasthan (Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Barmer) share a border with Pakistan.
Q26. Which traditional folk dance is famous in Rajasthan, often performed by women?
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Ghoomar is a famous traditional folk dance of Rajasthan, primarily performed by women.
Q27. Which city in Rajasthan is often referred to as the 'Blue City' due to its distinctive blue-painted houses?
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Jodhpur is known as the 'Blue City' because of its blue-painted houses.
Q28. What is the approximate time difference between the easternmost and westernmost points of Rajasthan?
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The approximate time difference between the easternmost and westernmost points of Rajasthan is 35 minutes and 8 seconds.
Q29. What is the traditional headwear for men in Rajasthan, known for its vibrant colors and styles?
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The Turban (Pagri) is a traditional and important headwear for men in Rajasthan.
Q30. In which direction is Rajasthan primarily located within India?
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Rajasthan is located in the North-Western part of India.
Q31. What is the approximate north-south extent (length) of Rajasthan?
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The north-south extent of Rajasthan is approximately 826 km.
Q32. Which of these is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rajasthan, known for its hill forts?
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Chittorgarh Fort is part of the 'Hill Forts of Rajasthan' UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q33. Which Indian state shares the longest inter-state boundary with Rajasthan?
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Madhya Pradesh shares the longest inter-state boundary (1600 km) with Rajasthan.
Q34. What is the longitudinal extent of Rajasthan?
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Rajasthan extends from 69°30' East to 78°17' East longitude.
Q35. Which district of Rajasthan shares the longest international boundary with Pakistan?
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Jaisalmer district shares the longest international border (464 km) with Pakistan.
Q36. Which famous festival is celebrated annually in Jaisalmer, showcasing Rajasthani culture?
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The Desert Festival (Maru Mahotsav) is a famous cultural festival celebrated annually in Jaisalmer.
Q37. Which geometric shape best describes the outline of Rajasthan?
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The geographical shape of Rajasthan resembles an irregular rhombus or a kite.
Q38. Rajasthan is a leading producer of which mineral in India?
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Rajasthan is a major producer of Zinc in India.
Q39. When was the state of Rajasthan formed?
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The state of Rajasthan was formed on 1 November 1956 under the States Reorganisation Act.
Q40. What is the latitudinal extent of Rajasthan?
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Rajasthan extends from 23°3' North to 30°12' North latitude.
Q41. Which animal is recognized as the state animal of Rajasthan?
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Chinkara (Indian Gazelle) is the state animal of Rajasthan.
Q42. Which ancient mountain range runs through Rajasthan?
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The Aravalli Range, one of the oldest mountain ranges in India, runs through Rajasthan.
Q43. Which village represents the southernmost point of Rajasthan?
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Borkund village in Banswara district is the southernmost point of Rajasthan.
Q44. Which legendary Rajput warrior from Mewar is known for his resistance against the Mughal Empire?
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Maharana Pratap was a great ruler of Mewar, famous for his valor and resistance against the Mughals.
Q45. What is the total geographical area of Rajasthan?
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The total geographical area of Rajasthan is 3,42,239 square kilometers.
Q46. Which village represents the northernmost point of Rajasthan?
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Kona village in Ganganagar district is the northernmost point of Rajasthan.
Q47. Which city in Rajasthan is known as the 'Golden City' due to its yellow sandstone architecture?
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Jaisalmer is called the 'Golden City' because of its buildings made of yellow sandstone.
Q48. Which major desert covers a significant part of Rajasthan?
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The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, covers a significant part of western Rajasthan.
Q49. Which city in Rajasthan is famously known as the 'City of Lakes'?
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Udaipur is known as the 'City of Lakes' due to its many beautiful lakes.
Q50. How many districts of Rajasthan share a border with Madhya Pradesh?
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Ten districts of Rajasthan share a border with Madhya Pradesh.
Q51. How many districts of Rajasthan are landlocked (do not share a border with any other state or country)?
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Eight districts of Rajasthan are landlocked, meaning they do not share a border with any other state or country.
Q52. Which prominent Rajput dynasty ruled over the Mewar region of Rajasthan for centuries?
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The Sisodia dynasty ruled over the Mewar region, which included Chittorgarh and Udaipur.
Q53. The western part of Rajasthan is predominantly covered by which geographical feature?
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The western part of Rajasthan is primarily covered by the sandy desert of the Thar Desert.
Q54. Which Indian state shares the shortest inter-state boundary with Rajasthan?
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Punjab shares the shortest inter-state boundary (89 km) with Rajasthan.
Q55. Which national park in Rajasthan is famous for its avian fauna and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
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Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur) is famous for its rich bird diversity and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q56. How many districts of Rajasthan share a border with Uttar Pradesh?
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Two districts of Rajasthan, Bharatpur and Dholpur, share a border with Uttar Pradesh.
Q57. Which famous Rajasthani handicraft involves the tie-and-dye technique to create intricate patterns on fabric?
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Bandhani (tie-and-dye) is a famous handicraft of Rajasthan.
Q58. What is the highest peak in the Aravalli Range, located in Rajasthan?
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Guru Shikhar, located in Mount Abu, is the highest peak of the Aravalli Range.
Q59. With which country does Rajasthan share an international border?
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Rajasthan shares a long international border with Pakistan.
Q60. What is the difference between the east-west and north-south extent of Rajasthan?
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The difference between the east-west (869 km) and north-south (826 km) extent of Rajasthan is 43 km.
