Question Discussion & Solution

The correct answer is Chittor.

• Manmori inscription is the famous Rock inscription of Rajasthan.
  • It is in the Sanskrit language.
  • It gives historical facts about Raja Manbhanga.
  • Colonel James Tod once threw this inscription into the ocean.

Additional Information

The correct option is the Kachchhi Ghodi dance.

• Kachchhi Ghodi dance is an Indian folk dance that originated in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan.
• The dancers move to the rhythm of flute music and the beats of dhol drums.
• Singers narrate the mock fights with stories of the exploits of Bhanwariya bandits, the Rajasthani equivalent of Robin Hood.
• It is famous not only in Rajasthan but also in other parts of India such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, etc.

Key Points

• Kachchhi Ghodi dance:
  • The dancers ride on simulated horses.
  • It is performed both socially and commercially. 
  • This dance is also performed to entertain the groom's side wedding and on other joyous occasions.
  • These dancers operate on the rhythm of swords and flutes.
  • The dancer often races a mock horse on a fake horse.  
  • In this dance, four dancers stand on one side and four on the other side.
  • When they run on fake horses back and forth, it seems as if the flowers are opening and closing.

The correct answer is Tilka

• The dhoti worn by the Bhil tribe from the waist to the knees is called "Thephara or Dhepada".
• Clothing worn in the upper part of the body of men is called "Anghrakhi or Bughtari".
• The turban of Bhil tribal men is called "Potya".
• "Tilaka" is a garment worn "below the knees" by Muslim women.
• In the cold winter, the clothes worn by men are called "Atamsukh".

The correct answer is Kumbhalgarh Fort.

• Kumbhalgarh Fort is also called the great wall of India.

Key Points

• Kumbhalgarh Fort:
  • Kumbhalgarh Fort is located in the Rajsamand district of Rajasthan.
  • Built by Rana Kumbha from the Sisodia Rajput dynasty.
  • Longwall of the 36-kilometre length makes it the great wall of India.
  • A special attraction in the fort is the Lakhola tank, Ganesh temple, Parsvanatha temple, etc.
  • Kumbhalgarh is well known as the birthplace of Maharana Pratap.

Additional Information

• Chittor Fort:
  • Chittor Fort is located in the Chittor district of Rajasthan.
  • This fort was the capital of the Mewar Kingdom.
  • Chittor Fort is the largest fort in India by area.
  • Situated on the bank of Berach river (Banas River tributary).
  • Chittor fort has a total of seven gates and the main gate named the Ram Pol.
• Ranthambore Fort:
  • Ranthambore Fort is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan.
  • Fort was held by the Chauhans until the 13th century till the Delhi Sultanate captured it.
  • Ranthambore Fort lies within the Ranthambore National Park.
  • There are three Hindu temples dedicated to Ganesha, Shiva, and Ramlalaji temple inside the fort.
  • Ranthambore is also famous for its tiger conservation park(tiger reserve of Rajasthan).
• Amer Fort:  
  • Amer Fort is located in Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan.
  • Fort originally was built by the Meenas and later it was ruled by Raja Man Singh I.
  • It consists of the Diwan-e-Aam means "Hall of general Public", the Diwan-e-Khas means "Hall of Private Officials".
  • The special point of attraction is Sheesh Mahal and the Sukh Niwas designed to get cool winds artificially.
  • Palace, along with Jaigarh Fort, is located above the Cheel ka Teela means Hill of Eagles.

​Important Points 

• Six forts of Rajasthan, namely, Chittor Fort, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Ranthambore Fort, Amer Fort, Gagron, and Jaisalmer Fort, and were listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The correct answer is Abbas Khan Sarwani.

• The Tarikh-i-Sher Shahi tells us about the history of Sher Shah.
• It is dated around 1580 CE.
• It is compiled by Abbas Khan Sarwani
  • He was a Waqia-Navis under Emperor Akbar.
  • It provides detailed documentation about Sher Shah's administration.

Additional Information

• Khulasat-ut-Tawarikh was wriiten by Sujan Rai Khatri.
  • It is in the Persian language.
• Futuhat-i-Alamgiri was written by Ishwardas Nagar.
• Siyar-ul-Mutakhkherin is a historical work by Sayyid Ghulam Husain Tabatabai.