Q1.
Which festival, famous for its vibrant processions of Goddess Parvati's idol, is a major cultural highlight of Jaipur during the monsoon season?
- Gangaur
- Sheetla Saptami
- Teej
- Urs Ajmer Sharif
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Answer: C. Teej
Teej festival in Jaipur is known for its grand processions dedicated to Goddess Parvati during the monsoon.
Q2.
The Shri Mahavir Ji Fair, a major Jain pilgrimage, is held in which district of Rajasthan?
- Jaipur
- Karauli
- Dausa
- Bharatpur
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Answer: B. Karauli
Shri Mahavir Ji Fair is a significant Jain fair held in Karauli district.
Q3.
The Mewar Festival is celebrated in Udaipur to welcome the arrival of spring. Which deity is primarily worshipped during this festival?
- Lord Shiva
- Goddess Durga
- Goddess Gauri
- Lord Krishna
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Answer: C. Goddess Gauri
Mewar Festival in Udaipur is celebrated to welcome spring, with a focus on Goddess Gauri.
Q4.
The Kapil Muni Fair is celebrated annually on Kartik Purnima at Kolayat Lake. In which district is Kolayat located?
- Jodhpur
- Bikaner
- Nagaur
- Churu
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Answer: B. Bikaner
Kapil Muni Fair is held at Kolayat Lake in Bikaner district on Kartik Purnima.
Q5.
The annual Urs festival, commemorating the death anniversary of Sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, is held in which city of Rajasthan?
- Nagaur
- Ajmer
- Jaipur
- Tonk
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Answer: B. Ajmer
Urs Ajmer Sharif is an annual festival held in Ajmer at the Dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
Q6.
In which city of Rajasthan is the famous 'Desert Festival' organized annually, showcasing folk dances, music, and camel races?
- Bikaner
- Jodhpur
- Jaisalmer
- Barmer
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Answer: C. Jaisalmer
The Desert Festival is an annual event held in Jaisalmer, celebrating the culture of the Thar Desert.
Q7.
The Sitabari Fair, a significant fair for the Sahariya tribe, is held in Kishanganj tehsil. In which district is Kishanganj located?
- Sawai Madhopur
- Baran
- Karauli
- Dholpur
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Answer: B. Baran
Sitabari Fair is a major fair for the Sahariya tribe, held in Kishanganj, Baran district.
Q8.
The 'Bundi Utsav', a cultural festival showcasing local traditions, arts, and crafts, is organized in which district?
- Kota
- Bundi
- Jhalawar
- Baran
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Answer: B. Bundi
Bundi Utsav is an annual cultural festival held in Bundi, promoting local heritage.
Q9.
The festival of Gangaur, dedicated to Goddess Gauri, is prominently celebrated in Rajasthan. When is it observed?
- Chaitra Shukla Tritiya
- Shravan Shukla Tritiya
- Bhadrapada Shukla Tritiya
- Ashwin Shukla Tritiya
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Answer: A. Chaitra Shukla Tritiya
Gangaur festival is celebrated on Chaitra Shukla Tritiya, primarily by women for marital bliss.
Q10.
Which festival, celebrating the folk music and dance of the Marwar region, is organized in Jodhpur?
- Mewar Festival
- Marwar Festival
- Kota Dussehra
- Bundi Utsav
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Answer: B. Marwar Festival
Marwar Festival is a cultural event held in Jodhpur, showcasing the heritage of the Marwar region.
Q11.
The Ghotia Amba Fair, a significant fair for the Bhil tribe, is held in which district of Rajasthan?
- Udaipur
- Dungarpur
- Banswara
- Pratapgarh
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Answer: C. Banswara
Ghotia Amba Fair is an important tribal fair held in Banswara district.
Q12.
The Mallinath Cattle Fair, one of the oldest cattle fairs in Rajasthan, is held at Tilwara. In which district is Tilwara located?
- Jalore
- Barmer
- Sirohi
- Pali
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Answer: B. Barmer
Mallinath Cattle Fair is held at Tilwara, Barmer district, on the banks of the Luni river.
Q13.
The Karni Mata Fair is held twice a year at Deshnok, Bikaner, where devotees worship the goddess and her sacred rats. Which months (Hindu calendar) are these fairs typically held?
- Chaitra and Ashwin
- Magh and Phalgun
- Shravan and Bhadrapada
- Kartik and Paush
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Answer: A. Chaitra and Ashwin
Karni Mata Fair is held twice a year during Navratras in Chaitra and Ashwin months.
Q14.
Which festival, once a popular event in Jaipur, featured elephant polo, races, and parades, though its celebration has been inconsistent recently?
- Teej Festival
- Gangaur Festival
- Elephant Festival
- Kite Festival
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Answer: C. Elephant Festival
The Elephant Festival was a prominent event in Jaipur, known for its elephant-centric activities.
Q15.
Which famous cattle fair of Rajasthan is held annually in Ajmer district, known for its camel trading and religious significance?
- Nagaur Fair
- Pushkar Fair
- Tilwara Fair
- Chandrabhaga Fair
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Answer: B. Pushkar Fair
Pushkar Fair is a renowned annual livestock fair and cultural festival held in Pushkar, Ajmer.
