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Rajasthan History Quiz

MCQs on Rajasthan History

  1. Which Rajput ruler of the Rathore dynasty is known for establishing the city of Jodhpur and constructing the Mehrangarh Fort?

    • a) Maharana Pratap
    • b) Rana Kumbha
    • c) Rao Jodha
    • d) Raja Man Singh
  2. Which Mughal emperor is credited with commissioning the construction of the Amber Fort in Rajasthan?

    • a) Akbar
    • b) Shah Jahan
    • c) Aurangzeb
    • d) Jahangir
  3. Who was the founder of the Sisodia dynasty of Mewar, known for his valiant defense against the Mughal emperor Akbar?

    • a) Rana Kumbha
    • b) Rana Sanga
    • c) Rana Pratap
    • d) Rana Hammir Singh
  4. Which Rajput ruler of the Kachwaha dynasty is renowned for his patronage of art, architecture, and literature in Jaipur?

    • a) Raja Man Singh II
    • b) Raja Ram Singh II
    • c) Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
    • d) Raja Sawai Bhawani Singh
  5. Who was the prominent Maratha ruler known for his military campaigns in Rajasthan and the establishment of the Maratha Empire?

    • a) Shivaji
    • b) Peshwa Baji Rao I
    • c) Rani Lakshmibai
    • d) Balaji Vishwanath
  6. Which Rajput ruler of the Sisodia dynasty is revered for her courageous act of self-immolation to protect her honor during the siege of Chittorgarh?

    • a) Rani Padmini
    • b) Rani Durgavati
    • c) Rani Karnavati
    • d) Rani Lakshmibai
  7. Who was the prominent ruler of the Marwar kingdom, also known as the Desert King, famous for his military prowess and administrative reforms?

    • a) Rao Jodha
    • b) Maharana Pratap
    • c) Raja Man Singh
    • d) Maharaja Gaj Singh
  8. Which Rajput ruler of the Sisodia dynasty is known for his victory over the Mughal emperor Akbar in the Battle of Haldighati?

    • a) Rana Kumbha
    • b) Rana Sanga
    • c) Rana Pratap
    • d) Rana Hammir Singh
  9. Who was the founder of the Bikaner state in Rajasthan, known for his valor and diplomacy in establishing his kingdom?

    • a) Rao Bika
    • b) Rao Jodha
    • c) Rao Maldeo
    • d) Rao Ganga
  10. Which Mughal emperor is associated with the construction of the famous Hawa Mahal in Jaipur?

    • a) Akbar
    • b) Shah Jahan
    • c) Aurangzeb
    • d) Jahangir
  11. Who was the ruler of the Maratha Empire known for his military campaigns in Rajasthan and his role in expanding Maratha influence in the region?

    • a) Shivaji
    • b) Peshwa Baji Rao I
    • c) Rani Lakshmibai
    • d) Balaji Vishwanath
  12. Which Rajput ruler of the Kachwaha dynasty is credited with the establishment of the city of Jaipur and the planning of its urban layout?

    • a) Raja Man Singh II
    • b) Raja Ram Singh II
    • c) Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
    • d) Raja Sawai Bhawani Singh
  13. Who was the prominent Maratha ruler known for his role in the Third Battle of Panipat and his efforts to establish Maratha supremacy in Rajasthan?

    • a) Shivaji
    • b) Peshwa Baji Rao I
    • c) Rani Lakshmibai
    • d) Balaji Vishwanath
  14. Which Rajput ruler of the Sisodia dynasty is known for his patronage of art, culture, and literature, especially during the Mewar Renaissance?

    • a) Rana Kumbha
    • b) Rana Sanga
    • c) Rana Pratap
    • d) Rana Udai Singh
  15. Who was the founder of the Jodhpur state in Rajasthan, known for his military valor and strategic acumen?

    • a) Rao Bika
    • b) Rao Jodha
    • c) Rao Maldeo
    • d) Rao Ganga
  16. Which Mughal emperor is credited with the construction of the magnificent City Palace in Jaipur?

    • a) Akbar
    • b) Shah Jahan
    • c) Aurangzeb
    • d) Jahangir
  17. Who was the prominent ruler of the Marwar kingdom, known for his progressive reforms and development initiatives?

    • a) Rao Jodha
    • b) Maharana Pratap
    • c) Raja Man Singh
    • d) Maharaja Gaj Singh
  18. Which Rajput ruler of the Sisodia dynasty is known for his construction of the iconic Kumbhalgarh Fort, famous for its massive walls and strategic location?

    • a) Rana Kumbha
    • b) Rana Sanga
    • c) Rana Pratap
    • d) Rana Hammir Singh
  19. Who was the founder of the Mewar kingdom and the Sisodia dynasty, known for his bravery and establishment of Chittorgarh Fort?

    • a) Rana Kumbha
    • b) Rana Sanga
    • c) Rana Pratap
    • d) Rana Hammir Singh
  20. Which Maratha ruler played a crucial role in the establishment of Maratha dominance in Rajasthan during the 18th century?

    • a) Shivaji
    • b) Peshwa Baji Rao I
    • c) Rani Lakshmibai
    • d) Balaji Vishwanath

Correct Answers

  1. c) Rao Jodha
  2. a) Akbar
  3. c) Rana Pratap
  4. c) Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
  5. b) Peshwa Baji Rao I
  6. a) Rani Padmini
  7. a) Rao Jodha
  8. c) Rana Pratap
  9. a) Rao Bika
  10. b) Shah Jahan
  11. b) Peshwa Baji Rao I
  12. c) Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
  13. b) Peshwa Baji Rao I
  14. d) Rana Udai Singh
  15. b) Rao Jodha
  16. c) Aurangzeb
  17. d) Maharaja Gaj Singh
  18. a) Rana Kumbha
  19. d) Rana Hammir Singh
  20. b) Peshwa Baji Rao I