Question Discussion & Solution

The correct answer is option 3 i.e Kishangarh, Ajmer.

• Nimbark Vaishnavism Sect was founded by Nimbarka in 7th century A.D., who is known for propagating the Dvaita-Advaita or “dualistic non-dualism”.  It is also known as ‘Bhedabheda’ Philosophy.
• The devotees of this cult worship Radha-Krishna as a couple. Rathod dynasty of Kishangarh gave protection to this cult.
• The principal seat of Nimbark cult is at Salemabad, Kishangarh, Ajmer.
• Ramanuja Vaishnavism Sect was founded by Ramanuja, an expounder of Vishishta-Advaita school of Vedanta. 
  • In 1503 A.D. Payohari Swami Shri Krishnadas Ji, a follower of Ramanuja Sect established a principal seat at Galata Ji (Jaipur).
• Vallabh Vaishnavism Sect was established by Vallabhacharya.
  • Its principal seat is located at Nathdwara, Rajsamand.

The correct answer is Both 1 and 2.

• Blue Pottery:
  • Blue Pottery originated by Mongol artisans who combined Chinese glazing technology with Persian decorative arts.
  • In Rajasthan, Jaipur is famous for this art.
  • It was started in Rajasthan during Raja Man Singh I.
  • Post-Independence redeveloped through efforts of Kripal Singh Shekhawat.
    • His efforts were recognized by GOI and received Padam Shri (1974).
• Usta Art:
  • Golden Meenakari work on Camel leather is known as Usta Art.
  • The art was developed by Padam Shri Hissayamuddin Usta from Bikaner.
  • Camel hide training Center in Bikaner is an institution for Usta Art.

The correct answer is These are the types of ornaments.

• Kandhora is an ornament worn at the wrist.
• Damana is an ornament worn at hands fingers.
• Takma is worn at the shoulder.
• Nevari is worn at the heel.

Additional Information

The correct answer is Bagru.

Key Points

• The Bagru region in Rajasthan is known for the traditional art of printing bell-boots.
• Bagru is a small town in Rajasthan state, located 30 kilometers east of Jaipur city.
  • It is known for its legacy of printing fabrics in indigenous styles using locally available natural colours with wooden blocks known as ‘Bagru printing’.
  • Motifs used in Bagru prints are generally small in size and mainly include bel (creepers), buta and buti (floral motifs of different sizes) and jaal (floral net).

Important Points

• When Bagru printing started at that time common patterns printed by the local people were coriander (hara dhania), Chaubundi, Chakri and neem leaves.
  • Bagru printed clothes are used to produce a wide range of made-ups, garments and home furnishing articles.
  • Clothing mainly consists of fadat, lungi, angochha, tahmat, dhoti, saris, while items such as scraps, handkerchiefs and head gear are also made with exotic bagru prints.
  • Traditional Bagru prints were found mostly in cotton fabric but to meet the contemporary demands of the market sometimes cotton and silk blends are also being used for Bagru printing.

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.