Question Discussion & Solution

The correct answer is Karthik.

• Chandrabhaga Festival:
  • Organized in the Kartik month (October/November) according to the Hindu calendar, the Chandrabhaga Fair is a prominent fair of Rajasthan.
  • This fair is held in the heritage town of Jhalrapatan, situated 6 km away from Jhalawar, in Rajasthan.
  • The Chandrabhaga Fair adds to the spiritual charm of this 'City of Bells' and makes this place an ideal site for a heavenly experience.

Key Points

• The Chandrabhaga Fair is renowned for its huge cattle fair which is organized on the last day of the Kartik month.
• The cattle fair is similar to the world-famous Pushkar Mela and it allows traders from all over the country to sell their livestock.
• The fair also offers visitors the chance to interact with the locals and familiarize themselves with the rituals and customs of this region.
• The other major attractions of this fair are its mesmerizing folk music performances and colourful traditional Rajasthani arts and crafts. 

1 and 2 only are NOT correct.

• Marwar Painting school was not the under influence of the Mughal style.
• Bikaner Painting school was under the influence of the Mughal style. Hence statement 1 and 2 are incorrect.
• The theme of the tiger hunt is very popular at Kota School. Hence statement 3 is correct. 

Key Points

• Marwar Painting
  • Not Influenced by the Mughal style.
  • The colours are bright and contrasting.
  • Black colour text in the painting on a shining yellow background.
  • Example-Saraswati Bhandar.

• Bikaner Painting
  • Influenced by the Mughal style.
  • The theme of the court scene and religion.
  • Mughal artists were given patronage by the Bikaner court.
  • Some elements of Deccan style.
  • Example- Painted scenes from the Ragmala, Bhagavata Purana, and Rasa Lila.

The correct answer is Bhadrapad.

Key Points

• In Bhadrapad Hindu month, Teja Deshmi is celebrated.
• Teja Dashmi is an important religious festival that is celebrated in Rajasthan.
  • It usually falls in the month of Bhadrapad Shukla Dashmi the Hindu calendar, which can be either in August or September in the Gregorian calendar.
  • In the year 2020, Teja Dashmi was celebrated on 28th August, Friday.

Additional Information 

• Legend has it that Tejaji died while protecting a herd of cattle from hunters.
  • The only part of his body that was not damaged in the fight was his tongue. While he lay dying, he allowed a snake to bite his tongue.
  • The snake bestowed on him the blessing that anyone who sought the blessings of Tejaji would never die from a snakebite.
  • This blessing would also be bestowed on those who prayed for the health of their livestock if they were bitten by a snake.
  • The people of Rajasthan revere Tejaji to this day by observing Teja Dashmi.

The correct answer is Nath Panth.

• Mahamandir in Jodhpur is the main seat of Nath Panth.
  • The main deity inside the temple is of Lord Shiva.
  • Constructed in 1812.

Key Points

• Mahamandir Temple is supported by 84 pillars.
• It is adorned with:-
  • intricate stone carvings
  • exhibiting yogic postures
  • frescoes and other artwork
• Its premises boasts of various pre-historic shrines and houses adorned with brilliant stone works.

Additional Information

• Mahamandir boasts of various pre-historic shrines and houses adorned with brilliant stone works.
• The walls of the temple are studded with ancient motifs which enhance the beauty of the huge temple.
• The architectural sculptures of the temple are quite incomparable. It depicts the skilled craftsmanship of the people of Rajasthan.

The correct answer is Molela.

• Molela is a small, nondescript village in the Rajsamand district of Rajasthan, situated on the banks of the river Banas.
  • It is famous for terracotta.
  • The distinction here lies in the terracotta plaques made here, only here all over India.

Key Points

• The small sun-soaked village of Molela is home to a vibrant community of terracotta clay artists.
• The art has evolved throughout the years but still remains popular for its intricate work.
• The villagers of Molela still use Terracotta pots and utensils for cooking food.

Additional Information