Question Discussion & Solution

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.

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The correct answer is Bundi style. Key Points

• Bundi school is an important school for the Rajasthani style of miniature paintings.
  • It lasted from the 17th to the 19th century.
  • This school of painting focused on hunting, festivals, a life of nobles, animals, birds, lovers, and scenes from Lord Krishna's life.
  • This school has a close association with the Mughal style.
  • The Chitrashala, which is also known as the Ummed Mahal, is a part of the Garh Palace. It was built in the 18th Century and forms a set of rooms on an elevated podium above the garden courtyard
  •  The walls, ceiling of this palace are completely covered with paintings of the Bundi school which are still in very good condition.
  • One of the earliest examples of the Bundi Paintings is the Chunar Ragamala painted in 1561.

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The correct answer is Kesariya Kunwar Ji.

• Kesariya Kunwar Ji:
  • He was son of Goga Ji.
  • He was born in dadreva, Churu.
  • A white flag is hoisted in his religious place. 
  • His bhopa do remdeies for snake bitten person.
  • His thaan is situated under the khejari tree.

Additional Information

• Rup Nath Ji:
  • He was the Son of the famous folk god Budho Ji.
  • He took revenge on his father and uncle's death by killing Jindrav Khinchi.
  • His head seats are Kolu Mand (Jodhpur) and Simbhudhada (Bikaner).
  • He is known as Balak Nath in Himachal Pradesh.
• Panraj Ji:
  • He is also known as the Cow Saviour.
  • He was born in a Kshatriya family in Jaisalmer
  • He sacrificed his life for the Ilife-saving of cows.
• Fatta Ji:
  • He was born in Santhu, Jalore.
  • He fought a battle with robbers who attacked his village.
  • His temple is situated in Santhu.

The correct answer is Jhanjh.

• The Jhanjh musical instrument is used to play in Kachchi Godi dance.
  • The Jhanjh is a rhythmic instrument that falls in the group of metal clappers and it is made of brass or bronze metal.

Key Points

• Kachhi Ghodi dance is a folk dance that originated from the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan state.
  • It is a dance performed on the wooden dummy horses.
  • In Rajasthan, it is performed by Potters, Kamdholi, Sarghara, Bhambi, and Bavi communities. 
    • This dance is the main source for them to earn their livelihood.
  • It is also performed with the same name in other parts of India, including Maharashtra and Gujarat.

Additional Information

• Kamayacha:
  • ​Kamayacha is an extremely elegant instrument of the professional singing community of Mangniars all over Marwar.
  • It has a large circular belly covered with parchment, a peg system, and a fingerboard.
• Alghoza:
  • ​Alghoza is a paired woodwind instrument. It is traditionally used by Baloch, Saraiki, Sindhi, Kutchi, Punjabi, and Rajasthani folk musicians.
  • It consists of two joined beak flutes, one for melody, the second for the drone.
• Surnai:
  • Suranai is a wind instrument made of wood and metal.
  • This religious instrument is found in Himachal Pradesh. 

The correct answer is Teja Ji.

• Tejaji got injured in Sursura village to save the cows of Lachha Gurjari and died due to a snake bite.
  • The snake is worshiped as the protector deity.
  • Tejaji is called the deity of 'Kala Bala'.

Key Points

• Teja Ji:
  • He was born in 1074 AD in Kharnal, Nagaur.
  • His father's name was Tahad.
  • His mother's name was Raj Kunwari.
  • His wife's name was Pamel de.
  • He is also known as snake's god/ Kala-Bala's god/ dholya veer.
  • His horse's name was leelan (singari).
  • Tejaji’s major Thaan is located at Sursura, Beawar, Saindaria & Bhanwata in the Ajmer district.
  • His song is tejater.
  • His favourite devotee is known as ghodla.
  • Parbatsar, Nagaur cattle fair is organized from Bhadra Shukla Dashmi to Poornima.

Additional Information

• Ramdev Ji-
  • He was contemporary to Mallinath Ji.
  • He killed demon Bhairav in his childhood.
  • He is also known as Communal harmony's folk god/ Peer's peer/ Runecha ra Dhani/ Ramsapeer.
  • His temple is situated in Runecha, Jaisalmer
• Pabu Ji-
  • He is known as camels god/ plague protector god/ incarnate of Laxman Ji.
  • He is the adorable god of the Raika/ Raibari caste.
  • His temple is situated in kolumand, Jodhpur.
• Goga Ji-
  • He is also known as Jaharpeer.
  • Sheershmedi is related to him, where his Head Fall after his death.
    • It is situated in Dadreva, Churu.
  • Gogamedi is also known as Dhurmedi.
    • It is situated in Nohar, Hanumangarh.