The Kingdom of Kota

Description: The Kingdom of Kota was a Rajput kingdom in Rajasthan, India, founded in the 13th century. It was ruled by the Hada Rajputs, a branch of the Chauhan dynasty. The kingdom reached its peak in the 16th and 17th centuries, when it controlled a large part of eastern Rajasthan. It was eventually annexed by the Mughal Empire in the 18th century.
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In which century was the Kingdom of Kota founded?

  1. 12th

  2. 13th

  3. 14th

  4. 15th


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Kingdom of Kota was founded in the 13th century by Rao Deva, a Hada Rajput.

Who were the rulers of the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. The Hada Rajputs

  2. The Chauhan Rajputs

  3. The Sisodia Rajputs

  4. The Rathore Rajputs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kingdom of Kota was ruled by the Hada Rajputs, a branch of the Chauhan dynasty.

When did the Kingdom of Kota reach its peak?

  1. 15th and 16th centuries

  2. 16th and 17th centuries

  3. 17th and 18th centuries

  4. 18th and 19th centuries


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Kingdom of Kota reached its peak in the 16th and 17th centuries, when it controlled a large part of eastern Rajasthan.

What was the capital of the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Kota

  2. Bundi

  3. Jhalawar

  4. Baran


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The capital of the Kingdom of Kota was Kota.

Which Mughal emperor annexed the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Akbar

  2. Jahangir

  3. Shah Jahan

  4. Aurangzeb


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kingdom of Kota was annexed by the Mughal Empire in the 18th century under the rule of Aurangzeb.

What was the main religion of the people of the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main religion of the people of the Kingdom of Kota was Hinduism.

What was the main language spoken in the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Hindi

  2. Rajasthani

  3. Marwari

  4. Mewari


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The main language spoken in the Kingdom of Kota was Rajasthani.

What were the main crops grown in the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Wheat

  2. Rice

  3. Maize

  4. Cotton


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The main crops grown in the Kingdom of Kota were wheat and cotton.

What were the main industries of the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Textiles

  2. Agriculture

  3. Mining

  4. Pottery


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The main industries of the Kingdom of Kota were textiles and agriculture.

What were the main exports of the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Textiles

  2. Cotton

  3. Wheat

  4. Opium


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The main exports of the Kingdom of Kota were textiles and cotton.

What were the main imports of the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Salt

  2. Sugar

  3. Spices

  4. Metals


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The main imports of the Kingdom of Kota were salt and sugar.

What were the main architectural styles of the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Rajput

  2. Mughal

  3. Jain

  4. Maratha


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The main architectural styles of the Kingdom of Kota were Rajput and Mughal.

What were the main festivals celebrated in the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Diwali

  2. Holi

  3. Dusshera

  4. Ganesh Chaturthi


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The main festivals celebrated in the Kingdom of Kota were Diwali, Holi, Dusshera, and Ganesh Chaturthi.

What were the main dances performed in the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. Kathak

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main dance performed in the Kingdom of Kota was Kathak.

What were the main musical instruments played in the Kingdom of Kota?

  1. S

  2. i

  3. t

  4. a

  5. r

  6. ,

  7. T

  8. a

  9. b

  10. l

  11. a

  12. ,

  13. S

  14. a

  15. r

  16. a

  17. n

  18. g

  19. i

  20. ,

  21. H

  22. a

  23. r

  24. m

  25. o

  26. n

  27. i

  28. u

  29. m


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The main musical instruments played in the Kingdom of Kota were sitar, tabla, sarangi, and harmonium.

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