Question Discussion & Solution

The correct answer is Jadayal Kayashion.

• The rebellion forces of Kota revolted under the leadership of two any officers:
  • Mehrab Khan
  • Jadaya Kayashion.
• Lala Jayadayal was a famous revolutionary of the First War of Indian Independence of 1857.

Key Points

• On 15 October 1857, Kota led a revolution against the British in the state. 
  • Major Burton was killed in this and the Residency was occupied by the revolutionaries. 
• On 17 September 1860, Lala Jayadayal and Mehrab Khan were hanged near the quota agency side at the same place where they killed Major Burton.
  • In this way, two fervent patriots became immortal in the freedom struggle.
  • His place of sacrifice is still present in Kota but is still neglected.

The correct answer is Lakha Singh.

• Rao Lakha Singh was one of the most successful Maharanas.
• He extended his dominions by the subjugation of Merwara and the destruction of its chief stronghold, Beratgarh, on the ruins of which he founded Badnore.
• It was in this time that the tins and silver Mines of Jawar were discovered in the country conquered from the Bhils by his father.
• He rebuilt the palaces and temples destroyed by Alauddin Khalji, excavated reservoirs and lakes, raised immense ramparts to dam their waters, and constructed a number of forts.

​Additional Information

• Rana Kumbha:
  • ​Rana Kumbha after consolidating his rule started a campaign to conquer the neighbouring states.
  • He conquered Sambhar, Ajmer and Ranthambore amongst other regions.
  • He also subjugated the Rajput states of Dungarpur, Bundi and Kotah.
  • These states had previously paid tribute to the Sultans of Malwa and Gujarat resulting in hostilities between Mewar and the Sultans.
  • Kumbha would further interfere in the politics of Nagaur finally resulting in an all-out war between Mewar and the Sultanates

Kishanlal Bafna is NOT correct.

• Kishanlal Bafna was not associated with Azad Morcha.

Key Points

• Azad Morcha-
  • It was established in Jaipur Riyasat in 1942 AD, to participate in the Quit India movement.
  • Azad Morcha was founded because its members were not agreed with Heera Lal Shastri's Gentleman agreement.
  • Some of the Azad Morcha's members were-
    • Ramkaran Joshi
    • Daualat Ram Bhandari
    • Baba Harish Chandra 
    • Hansh.D.Roy

• Kishanlal Bafna was the minister of Marwar Hitkarini Sabha. 

The correct answer is Sohgaura.

• Sohgaura - 
  • It is not a Harappan site.
  • It is an Ashokan era copper plate inscription written in Prakrit in the Brahmi script. 
• Major findings in Kot Diji (Pakistan) of Harappan site are a tar, statues of bull and mother goddess.
• Major findings in Chanhudaro (Pakistan) of Harappan site are the footprint of a dog chasing a cat, Bead makers shop, and Cart with a seated driver.
• Major findings in Desalpur (Gujarat) of Harappan site are pottery ware with lines of bluish-green pigment, Terracotta seals etc.

The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.

Key Points

• Battle of Haldighati was fought in 1576 between Maharana Pratap and nd the Mughal emperor Akbar's forces, led by Man Singh I of Amber. Hence 2 is correct.
  • In this war, Maharana Pratap mainly got the support of the Bhil tribe.
  • This battle was one of the shortest in Indian history, lasting only four hours.
  • It is said that after the Battle of Haldighat, Rana Pratap continued to attack the Mughals with guerrilla warfare techniques.
  • He stayed in the hills and from there harassed the large Mughal army in the camps.
  • He ensured that the Mughal soldiers would never live in peace in Mewar.
• The Battle of Dewair 1582 was fought between Maharana Pratap and Mughal officer Sultan Khan. Hence 3 is correct.
  • Maharana Pratap attacked the Mughal fortification of Dewair which was led by the Mughal officer Sultan Khan.
  • Maharana Pratap's son Amar Singh killed Sultan Khan and the Mughal army was forced to give up Dewair and retreat.
  • 32000 Mughal army surrendered to Maharana Pratap.
  • After the Battle of Dewair, Maharana Pratap continued his campaign and by 1586 AD had regained most of Mewar other than Chittor, Ajmer, and Mandalgarh. 
• The Battle of Khanwa was a decisive engagement between the Mughal forces under Babur and the Rajput alliance under Rana Sanga of Mewar. Hence 1 is incorrect
  • The battle was fought on 16 March 1527.
  • It ended in a decisive victory for the Mughal forces and would consolidate Babur and his descendants’ rule for centuries to come.