The Bikaner Kingdom

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the Bikaner Kingdom, a princely state in Rajputana during the British Raj.
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Who founded the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Rao Bika

  2. Rao Jodha

  3. Rao Maldeo

  4. Rao Ganga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rao Bika, a younger son of Rao Jodha of Marwar, founded the Bikaner Kingdom in 1465.

Which city served as the capital of the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Bikaner

  2. Jodhpur

  3. Jaipur

  4. Udaipur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bikaner city, founded by Rao Bika in 1488, served as the capital of the Bikaner Kingdom.

What was the title of the ruler of the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Maharaja

  2. Rao

  3. Rana

  4. Sultan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ruler of the Bikaner Kingdom held the title of Maharaja, which means 'great king'.

Which dynasty ruled the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Rathore dynasty

  2. Sisodia dynasty

  3. Chauhan dynasty

  4. Jadeja dynasty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bikaner Kingdom was ruled by the Rathore dynasty, a branch of the Rajputs.

What was the main source of income for the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Mining

  4. Textiles


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture was the main source of income for the Bikaner Kingdom, with crops such as wheat, barley, and cotton being cultivated.

Which fort was built by Rao Bika as the first fortification of the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Junagarh Fort

  2. Mehrangarh Fort

  3. Chittorgarh Fort

  4. Gwalior Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Junagarh Fort, located in Bikaner city, was built by Rao Bika as the first fortification of the Bikaner Kingdom.

Who was the most famous ruler of the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Rao Bika

  2. Rao Jodha

  3. Rao Maldeo

  4. Maharaja Ganga Singh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Maharaja Ganga Singh, who ruled from 1887 to 1943, is considered the most famous ruler of the Bikaner Kingdom.

Which battle did Maharaja Ganga Singh participate in during World War I?

  1. Battle of Gallipoli

  2. Battle of Verdun

  3. Battle of the Somme

  4. Battle of Passchendaele


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharaja Ganga Singh participated in the Battle of Gallipoli during World War I, leading the Bikaner Camel Corps.

What was the name of the palace built by Maharaja Ganga Singh in Bikaner city?

  1. Lalgarh Palace

  2. City Palace

  3. Umaid Bhawan Palace

  4. Rambagh Palace


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lalgarh Palace, located in Bikaner city, was built by Maharaja Ganga Singh as his residence.

Which river flows through the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Ghaggar River

  2. Chambal River

  3. Luni River

  4. Yamuna River


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Luni River flows through the Bikaner Kingdom, providing water for irrigation and drinking.

What was the main religion practiced in the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Jainism

  4. Sikhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hinduism was the main religion practiced in the Bikaner Kingdom, with a significant population of Jains as well.

Which language was spoken in the Bikaner Kingdom?

  1. Marwari

  2. Hindi

  3. Rajasthani

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Marwari, a dialect of Rajasthani, was the main language spoken in the Bikaner Kingdom.

When did the Bikaner Kingdom merge with the Union of India?

  1. 1947

  2. 1948

  3. 1949

  4. 1950


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bikaner Kingdom merged with the Union of India in 1949, becoming part of the state of Rajasthan.

Which national park is located in the Bikaner district?

  1. Desert National Park

  2. Ranthambore National Park

  3. Jim Corbett National Park

  4. Kaziranga National Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Desert National Park, located in the Bikaner district, is known for its unique desert ecosystem and wildlife.

Which famous temple is located in the Bikaner district?

  1. Karni Mata Temple

  2. Golden Temple

  3. Meenakshi Temple

  4. Jagannath Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karni Mata Temple, located in the Bikaner district, is famous for its large population of rats, which are considered sacred.

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