The Dungarpur Kingdom

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In which century was the Dungarpur Kingdom established?

  1. 12th century

  2. 13th century

  3. 14th century

  4. 15th century


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dungarpur Kingdom was established in the 12th century by Rawal Veer Singh, a descendant of the Sisodia clan of Mewar.

Who was the first ruler of the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Rawal Veer Singh

  2. Rawal Udai Singh

  3. Rawal Askaran Singh

  4. Rawal Jagmal Singh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rawal Veer Singh was the founder and first ruler of the Dungarpur Kingdom.

Which dynasty ruled the Dungarpur Kingdom for the longest period?

  1. Sisodia dynasty

  2. Guhilot dynasty

  3. Chauhan dynasty

  4. Rathore dynasty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sisodia dynasty ruled the Dungarpur Kingdom for the longest period, from its establishment in the 12th century until its merger with the Kingdom of Mewar in the 19th century.

What was the capital of the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Dungarpur

  2. Udaipur

  3. Chittorgarh

  4. Jodhpur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dungarpur was the capital of the Dungarpur Kingdom.

Which famous fort is located in the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Kumbhalgarh Fort

  2. Chittorgarh Fort

  3. Mehrangarh Fort

  4. Jaisalmer Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kumbhalgarh Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in the Dungarpur Kingdom.

Which battle took place in the Dungarpur Kingdom in 1576?

  1. Battle of Haldighati

  2. Battle of Khanwa

  3. Battle of Panipat

  4. Battle of Buxar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Battle of Haldighati took place in the Dungarpur Kingdom in 1576 between the Mughal Empire and the Rajput Confederacy led by Maharana Pratap of Mewar.

Who was the last ruler of the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Maharawal Lakshman Singh

  2. Maharawal Udai Singh II

  3. Maharawal Jagmal Singh II

  4. Maharawal Shivsingh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharawal Lakshman Singh was the last ruler of the Dungarpur Kingdom before it merged with the Kingdom of Mewar in 1842.

In which year did the Dungarpur Kingdom merge with the Kingdom of Mewar?

  1. 1842

  2. 1857

  3. 1871

  4. 1889


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dungarpur Kingdom merged with the Kingdom of Mewar in 1842.

Which famous temple is located in the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Jagdish Temple

  2. Eklingji Temple

  3. Ranakpur Jain Temple

  4. Govind Devji Temple


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ranakpur Jain Temple, a renowned Jain temple complex, is located in the Dungarpur Kingdom.

What was the main occupation of the people in the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Mining

  4. Textile weaving


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture was the main occupation of the people in the Dungarpur Kingdom.

Which river flows through the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Chambal River

  2. Yamuna River

  3. Ganges River

  4. Narmada River


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chambal River flows through the Dungarpur Kingdom.

What is the current status of the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. It is a princely state.

  2. It is a district in Rajasthan.

  3. It is a part of Gujarat.

  4. It is a part of Madhya Pradesh.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Dungarpur Kingdom is currently a district in the state of Rajasthan, India.

Which famous wildlife sanctuary is located in the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Ranthambore National Park

  2. Sariska Tiger Reserve

  3. Keoladeo National Park

  4. Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Dungarpur Kingdom.

What is the main language spoken in the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Hindi

  2. Rajasthani

  3. Gujarati

  4. Marwari


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajasthani is the main language spoken in the Dungarpur Kingdom.

Which famous folk dance is performed in the Dungarpur Kingdom?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Kalbelia

  3. Chari

  4. Bhavai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghoomar is a famous folk dance performed in the Dungarpur Kingdom.

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