Q1. Which eminent Rajasthani writer and politician is known for her contributions to Rajasthani literature, particularly her collection of folk tales like 'Moomal'?
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Explanation
Lakshmi Kumari Chundawat is known for her Rajasthani folk tales, including 'Moomal'.
Q2. Who was the founder of the city of Jodhpur in 1459 and is credited with building the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort?
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Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur and built the Mehrangarh Fort.
Q3. Which brave Chauhan ruler of Ajmer is known for his resistance against Muhammad Ghori in the Battles of Tarain?
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Prithviraj Chauhan III bravely fought against Muhammad Ghori in the Battles of Tarain.
Q4. Which philanthropist from Marwar was known as 'Bhamashah of Marwar' for his contributions to the freedom movement and social causes?
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Seth Damodardas Rathi was known as 'Bhamashah of Marwar' for his philanthropic work.
Q5. Which Olympic medalist from Rajasthan is renowned for his achievements in the sport of Double Trap Shooting?
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Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore is an Olympic medalist in Double Trap Shooting from Rajasthan.
Q6. Which prominent personality from Rajasthan is known for establishing the Banasthali Vidyapith, an educational institution for women?
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Hira Lal Shastri established the Banasthali Vidyapith.
Q7. Which saint from Rajasthan founded the 'Dadu Panth' and propagated the Nirguna Bhakti tradition, emphasizing devotion without form?
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Dadu Dayal founded the 'Dadu Panth' and promoted Nirguna Bhakti.
Q8. Which revered saint-poetess from Rajasthan is known for her intense devotion to Lord Krishna and her contributions to the Bhakti movement?
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Meera Bai was a prominent saint-poetess known for her devotion to Lord Krishna.
Q9. Which Bengali architect and town planner is credited with designing the planned city of Jaipur under the patronage of Sawai Jai Singh II?
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Vidyadhar Bhattacharya was the chief architect and town planner of Jaipur.
Q10. Which legendary folk singer from Rajasthan was famously known as 'Maru Kokila' for her exceptional rendition of the Mand style of singing?
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Allah Jilai Bai was known as 'Maru Kokila' for her Mand singing.
Q11. Which ruler of Marwar is often called the "Forgotten Hero" for his continuous resistance against the Mughal emperor Akbar, despite facing immense challenges?
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Rao Chandrasen is known as the "Forgotten Hero" for his resistance against Akbar.
Q12. Which famous sportsperson from Rajasthan is known for his achievements in the field of Archery and represented India in multiple Olympic Games?
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Limba Ram is a renowned archer from Rajasthan who represented India in the Olympics.
Q13. Which social reformer and tribal leader initiated the 'Samp Sabha' in 1883 to unite the Bhil community and advocate for their rights?
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Govind Guru founded the 'Samp Sabha' to unite the Bhil community.
Q14. Who was popularly known as 'Marwar ka Gandhi' and played a crucial role in the Prajamandal movement in Jodhpur?
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Jai Narayan Vyas was known as 'Marwar ka Gandhi' and led the Prajamandal movement in Jodhpur.
Q15. Which saint founded the Bishnoi sect in the 15th century, known for its 29 principles emphasizing environmental protection and compassion for all living beings?
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Jambhoji founded the Bishnoi sect with its 29 principles.
Q16. Who was the visionary educationist who founded the 'Rajasthan Vidyapeeth' in Udaipur, aiming to promote education and culture?
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Janardan Rai Nagar founded the 'Rajasthan Vidyapeeth' in Udaipur.
Q17. Which brave Rajput ruler of Mewar fought against Babur in the Battle of Khanwa in 1527?
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Rana Sanga fought against Babur in the Battle of Khanwa.
Q18. Which prominent freedom fighter from Rajasthan is closely associated with leading the Bijolia Peasant Movement?
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Vijay Singh Pathik was a key leader of the Bijolia Peasant Movement.
Q19. Which freedom fighter from Jaisalmer was martyred in jail and is remembered for his book 'Jaisalmer ka Gundaraj' exposing the atrocities of the princely state?
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Sagarmal Gopa was a freedom fighter from Jaisalmer who wrote 'Jaisalmer ka Gundaraj'.
Q20. Who is considered the first revolutionary of Rajasthan and established the 'Jain Vardhaman Vidyalaya' in Jaipur to train revolutionaries?
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Arjun Lal Sethi is considered the first revolutionary of Rajasthan and founded 'Jain Vardhaman Vidyalaya'.
Q21. Which renowned poet and historian, a court poet of Bundi, authored the epic historical work 'Vansh Bhaskar'?
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Suryamal Misran, the court poet of Bundi, authored 'Vansh Bhaskar'.
Q22. Which tribal leader from Rajasthan led the 'Ekki Movement' (also known as the Bhil Movement) to address the grievances of the tribal communities?
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Motilal Tejawat led the 'Ekki Movement' for tribal rights.
Q23. Who is considered the founder of the Guhil dynasty of Mewar, establishing his rule in the 8th century?
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Bappa Rawal is considered the founder of the Guhil dynasty of Mewar.
Q24. Which renowned folk singer from Rajasthan was a prominent exponent of the Mand style of singing and received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award?
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Explanation
Gavari Devi was a prominent Mand singer and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award recipient.
Q25. Which Rajput ruler is credited with founding the city of Jaipur in 1727 and constructing several astronomical observatories known as Jantar Mantar?
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Sawai Jai Singh II founded Jaipur and built the Jantar Mantar observatories.
Q26. Which famous battle involving Maharana Pratap took place in 1576, where he bravely resisted the Mughal forces?
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Maharana Pratap fought the Battle of Haldighati against the Mughal forces in 1576.
Q27. Who among the following renowned Rajasthani poets penned the famous poems 'Dharti Dhoran Ri' and 'Leeltans'?
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Kanhaiyalal Sethia is the author of 'Dharti Dhoran Ri' and 'Leeltans'.
Q28. Which revered folk deity of Rajasthan is worshipped by both Hindus and Muslims, symbolizing communal harmony, and whose main shrine is at Ramdevra?
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Ramdevji is a folk deity revered by both Hindus and Muslims, with his main shrine at Ramdevra.
Q29. Which freedom fighter from Mewar is known for his leadership in the Prajamandal movement and for composing the patriotic song 'Panchida'?
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Explanation
Manikya Lal Verma was a leader of the Prajamandal movement and composed 'Panchida'.
Q30. Who is the celebrated Rajasthani writer known for his extensive collection of folk tales, 'Baatan Ri Phulwari'?
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Vijaydan Detha is famous for his collection of folk tales, 'Baatan Ri Phulwari'.
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