Folk Gods/Goddesses MCQs for RAS
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RAS — Art & Architecture — Folk Gods/Goddesses
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Question 1 of 20
Which highly revered fair is culturally acclaimed as the 'Kumbh of Marwar' (मारवाड़ का कुंभ) due to its massive scale and significance?
Question 2 of 20
Assertion (A): The grand animal fairs of Rajasthan act as powerful economic engines. Reason (R): Events like Parbatsar and Tilwara facilitate massive trading of premium drought-resistant cattle breeds like Tharparkar and Sanchori. Select the correct answer:
Question 3 of 20
Which of the following art museums preserves a historical Phad of Devnarayan Ji?
Question 4 of 20
Which specific instrument is associated with the recitation of the Phad containing 335 songs and 15,000 lines?
Question 5 of 20
What was the real name of Tallinath Ji before he was initiated into asceticism?
Question 6 of 20
Which of the following statements about Mallinath Ji is INCORRECT?
Question 7 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding Gogaji and Tejaji: 1. Both are recognized as major snake-protector deities in Rajasthan. 2. Both are officially categorized under the esteemed 'Panch Pirs' of Rajasthan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 8 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the folk deity Ramdevji: 1. He is the only folk deity recognized as a high-caliber poet, authoring the 'Chauvis Baniyan'. 2. He eliminated the cruel demon 'Bhairav' of Pokhran. 3. His primary mount was the black mare named 'Kesar Kalmi'. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Question 9 of 20
Identify the incorrect pair corresponding to the military adversaries of the historical figures:
Question 10 of 20
In Rajasthani cultural topography, the memorial platforms (Thans) of 'Bhomiya Ji' are traditionally established at the 'Kankar'. What does 'Kankar' represent in this context?
Question 11 of 20
Which of the following folk deities is widely revered as the 'Deity of Camels' and is considered an incarnation of Lord Laxman?
Question 12 of 20
The famous 'Terah Taali' dance is an integral part of the devotion offered to which folk deity?
Question 13 of 20
Who were the parents of Devnarayan Ji?
Question 14 of 20
Who was the uncle of Veer Kallaji Rathore, whom Kallaji carried on his shoulders during the siege of Chittor?
Question 15 of 20
What do the Neem leaves signify when offered in the temples of Devnarayan Ji?
Question 16 of 20
Which folk deity's birth family is recognized as 'Bagdawat Gurjar'?
Question 17 of 20
Match the following social contributions with their respective folk deity/tradition: a. Environmental Conservation (Desert Ecology) b. Communal Harmony (Hindu-Muslim dual priesthood) c. Preservation of ancient Terhatali dance 1. Gogamedi (Gogaji) 2. Kamad caste 3. Tallinath Ji's Oran Choose the correct code:
Question 18 of 20
Who were the cousins of Gogaji with whom he engaged in a severe property dispute leading to a battle?
Question 19 of 20
Match List-I (Folk Deity) with List-II (Historical Adversary) and select the correct answer using the codes below: List-I A. Devnarayan Ji B. Veer Kallaji Rathore C. Mallinath Ji List-II 1. Mughal Emperor Akbar 2. Firoz Shah Tughlaq & Nizamuddin 3. Durjanshal of Ajmer
Question 20 of 20