General Knowledge Questions and Answers of Rajasthan - Rajasthan GK 2016-2017

Rajasthan General Knowledge – GK of Rajasthan India

Rajasthan is one of the most vibrant and exotic states of India. Rajasthan is famous for its tradition and majestic splendor full of riot of colors and located against the vast backdrop of Aravali Mountains, sand and desert.

We can also say that Rajasthan in India is a destination that defies definition.

Districts of RajasthanAjmer
Alwar
Banswara
Baran
Barmer
Bharatpur
Bhilwara
Bikaner
Bundi
Chittorgarh
Churu
Dausa
Dholpur
Dungarpur
Hanumangarh
Jaipur
Jaisalmer
Jalore
Jhalawar
Jhunjhunu
Jodhpur
Karauli
Kota
Nagaur
Pali
Pratapgarh
Rajsamand
Sawai Madhopur

Sikar
Sirohi
Sriganganagar
Tonk
Udaipur


Geographical Profile of Rajasthan

Location of Rajasthan - northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent

West and northwest of Rajasthan bordered by Pakistan

North and northeast of Rajasthan bounded by the states of Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh

East and southeast of Rajasthan bounded by the states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh

Southwest of Rajasthan bounded by the state of Gujarat



Where the tropic of cancer does passes in Rajasthan?

It passes through its southern tip in the Banswara district.


Area of Rajasthan - 132,140 square miles (342,239 square kilometres).


The capital city is Jaipur.

In the western region of Rajasthan is the famous Thar Desert, which is also known as the Great Indian Desert. The land in this part is relatively dry and infertile.

Rajasthan’s southwestern part however is relatively wetter, more fertile and hilly.

Climate in Rajasthan

The state of Rajasthan has varied climate. It is different in different regions.

In Rajasthan the average winter temperatures range from 0° to 28° C (46° to 82° F), summers are very hot in many parts and the temperatures range from 25° to 46° C (77° to 115° F).

Average rainfall also varies in the state of Rajasthan

In the western deserts rainfall is about 100 mm (about 4 in) annually, while the southeastern part the average rainfall per annum is about 650 mm (26 in)

Legislative assembly in Rajasthan has 200 seats

There are 35 seats for members of parliament MP

10 Rajya Sabha seats (Upper House) and 25 to the Lok Sabha (Lower House).

Local government of Rajasthan is based on 33 administrative districts


Loksabha Members of Parliament from Rajasthan






1

Sachin Pilot Ajmer INC


2

Jitendra Singh  Alwar INC


3 Tarachand Bhagora Banswara (ST) INC


4 Harish Choudhary Barmer INC


5 Ratan Singh Bharatpur (SC) INC


6 Dr C P Joshi Bhilwara INC


7 Arjun Ram Meghwal  Bikaner (SC) BJP


8 Dr. Girija Vyas  Chittorgarh INC


9 Ram Singh Kaswan Churu BJP


10 Dr. Kirodi Lal Meena Dausa (ST) IND


11 Bharat Ram Meghwal Ganganagar (SC) INC


12 Dr. Mahesh Joshi Jaipur INC


13 Lal Chand Kataria Jaipur Rural INC


14 Devji Patel Jalore BJP


15 Dushyant Singh Jhalawar - Baran BJP


16 Sheesh Ram Ola Jhunjhunu INC


17 Chandresh Kumari Jodhpur INC


18 Khiladi Lal Bairwa Karauli - Dholpur (SC) INC


19 Ijyaraj Singh Kota INC


20 Dr Jyoti Mirdha Nagaur INC


21 Badri Ram Jakhar Pali INC


22 Gopal Singh Rajsamand INC


23 Mahadev Singh Sikar INC


24 Namo Narain Tonk - Sawai Madhopur INC


25 Raghuvir Singh Meena Udaipur (ST) INC



Members of Parliament from Rajasthan Rajya Sabha

List of Rajya Sabha Members

S.No.

Name

Party

Term






1

SHRI OM PRAKASH MATHUR

BHARTIYA JANTA PARTY

10.04.2008-09.04.2014


2

DR. GYAN PRAKASH PILANIA

BHARTIYA JANTA PARTY

10.04.2008 - 09.04.2014


3

DR. PRABHA THAKUR

INDIAN NATIONAL CONGRESS

10.04.2008 - 09.04.2014


4

SHRI ASHK ALI TAK

INDIAN NATIONAL CONGRESS

05.07.2010-04.07.2016


5

SHRI ANAND SHARMA

INDIAN NATIONAL CONGRESS

05.07.2010 - 04.07.2016


6

SHRI RAM JETHMALANI

BHARTIYA JANTA PARTY

05.07.2010 - 04.07.2016


7

SHRI VIJAYENDRA PAL SINGH

BHARTIYA JANTA PARTY

05.07.2010 - 04.07.2016


8

SHRI ABHISHEK MANU SINGHVI

INDIAN NATIONAL CONGRESS

04.04.2012 - 03.04.2018


9

SHRI NARENDRA BUDANIA

INDIAN NATIONAL CONGRESS

04.04.2012 - 03.04.2018


10

SHRI BHUPENDER YADAV

BHARTIYA JANTA PARTY

04.04.2012 - 03.04.2018

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Travel Information Banswara Rajasthan - Best Unexplored Places to visit in Rajasthan

Planning a Trip to Banswara Rajasthan - Tourist Attractions 

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Are you planning a trip to Rajasthan? do you know that Banwara is one of the best unexplored places in rajasthan? Do you knmow that there are number of places of tourist interest in Banswara? 

The Banswara district of Rajasthan forms was previously a princely state ruled by the Maharavals. The people believe that once a Bhil ruler named Bansia ruled this place and hence Banswara was named after him. Later in a battle Jagmal Singh defeated and killed Bansia and became the first Maharaval of the princely state.

Places to visit in Banswara – Sight Seeing and

A temple of Goddess Tripura Sundari, commonly known as Turtia Maata

Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project

It is one of the famous tourist spot near Banswara. Apart from this there are number of dams and canals situated at beautiful sites. The exquisite Mahi river in this area has a number of islands inside the Mahi Dam catchment area and thus Banswara is also known as the 'City of Hundred Islands'

The Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project is located about 16 km from Banswara

Anand Sagar Lake

It is located about 3 kms from Banswara on the eastern side of the town. Anand sagar is a beautiful artificial lake, said to have constructed by Lachhi Bai Of Idar - The Rani of Maharawal Jagaml.  Near the lake you can also see the holy trees known as "Kalpa Vriksha" which are said to fulfill the desires of visitors

Cheench located about 18 Kms from Banswara is a famous 12th century temple of "Lord Brahma". The black stone statue is of an average man's height.

Diablab Lake

You can enjoy boating at the Diablab Lake just 1 km from the city. You would be delighted to see numerous Lotus Flowers in the lake and on the banks of the lake you can visit the small but beautifu Badal Mahal, the summer residence of the former rulers

Kagdi Pick Up Weir

Located about 3 km from Banswara the Kagdi Pick Up Weir is a commendable place to see, particularly for its fountains, gardens and water, spread over a wide area.

Arthuna

Located about 55 Kms from banswara is Arthuna where you will see the splendid complex of ancient temples which were built in the 11th and 12th centuries. The place used to be the capital of the Parmar Rulers in earlier times. It is called the village of old and broken temples.

Other famous places to visit in Banswara District are

Shri Raj Mandir – 16^th Century Rajputana Architecture

Madareshwar Lord Shiva Temple about 4 Kms, Sai Baba temple, Abdulla Pir about 3 Kms from banswara. Bohra Community take part in the Urs every year.

Ram Kund is located about 25 Kms from Banswara and is surrounded by hills. It is also called Phati Khan by the locals because of the deep cave.

About 40 Kms from Banswara is Andeshwar Jain temple, Bhim Kund the famous picnic spot is located about 30 Kms.

The famous Sun Temple Talwara is located about 17 Kms from Banswara

How to Reach Banswara Rajasthan 

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Banswara is well connected by road from all parts of Rajasthan. Rajasthan Roadways offer frequent Bus Service from Jaipur, Udaipur, Ajmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Nagaur and other parts of the state.

 

Road Distances from Banswara to other cities and places : 

Place	Distance from Banswara(KM)	Place	Distance from banswara (KM)	Place	Distance from Banswara(KM)
Jaipur	527	Arthuna	55	Dahod (Guj.)	108
Udaipur	165	Tripura Sundari	19	Ahmedabad (Guj.)	285
Chittorgarh	185	Mahi Dam	16	Vadodara (Guj.)	238
Dungarpur	89	Cheench	18	Ratlam (M.P.)	80
Galiyakot	85	Rishabdeo	151	Ujjain (M.P.)	225
Dev Somnath	78	Jaisamand	115	Indore (M.P.)	212
Baneshwar	45	Sitamata	85
		Sanctuary

Reaching Banswara by Train

 There is no Rail connectivity till Banswara Rajasthan. However the nearest Railway station is Ratlam Junction about 80 KM.  

By Air

Nearest Airport from Banswara is Udaipur (160 KM), Indore (MP) (212 KM) & Ahmedabad (Guj) (285 KM)

Planning a Trip to Lake Palace Silserh Alwar - Best Unexplored places in Rajasthan

Lake Palace Silserh Alwar

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While in Alwar do not miss to visit the Siliserh lake enroute to Sariska Sanctuary. The Lake Palace or the water palace of Siliserh is now available for the tourists. It is been converted into an RTDC Tourist Bungalow. The Siliserh lake is located only about 11 Km from Alwar city. 

Siliserh Lake

The calm and peaceful lake is nestled in the hills away from the hustle bustle of the city. The dazzling lake covers an area of about 10.5 Square Km and is surrounded by thick forest and splendid cenotaphs on its bank. 

The Tourist Bungalow was in fact royal hunting lodge /palace which was built in 1845 by Maharaja Vinay Singh for his Queen ShilaIf you are looking for a mesmerizing and peaceful weekend then Siliserh lake is one of the attractive spots to enjoy.

Tourists can also avail the Boating facilities at Siiiserh Lake

Alwar is well connected by National Highway from Delhi and Jaipur. Delhi Jaipur Shatabadi Express in the morning is the best option to reach Alwar. It takes less than three hours to reach Alwar from Delhi. Buses to Alwar are available from ISBT Sarai Kale Khan, ISBT Kashmere Gate and Bikaner House New Delhi.

Timings of Siliserh lake

Sunrise to sunset
Motor Boat Rs. 400/-(15 minutes)
Paddle Boat Rs. 80/- (half an hour)

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Important Rajasthan Tourism Contact Numbers For Tourist

 
Assistant Director, Tourist Reception Centre, Jaipur, 0141-5110598

Chief Reservation Office RTDC, New Delhi, 011-23381884/23386069

Chief Reservation Office RTDC, Jaipur, 0141-5115512/5114768

Transport Unit RTDC, Jaipur, 0141-2375466 

How to Reach Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary - Ghana National Park

KEOLADEO GHANA NATIONAL PARK BHARATPUR RAJASTHAN

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Keoladeo Ghana National Park is located in Bharatpur District of Rajasthan in the Mewat region. Ghana Sanctuary is located near UP border in north-eastern Rajasthan. Ghana Park lies within the golden triangle of Delhi Jaipur and Agra. Distance of Ghana National park from Mathura is about 38 km

Distance from Taj Mahal city Agra is about 65 km. Ghana Park is about 180 km from Jaipur and about 195 km SE of Delhi.

Journey time from Agra to Ghana by road is 1 hour, 4 hours from Jaipur to Ghana and only 4 hours from Delhi to Ghana

If you are traveling from Delhi then take Delhi Faridabad Palwal Mathura highway NH2. After reaching Mathura you need to take state road to Bharatpur

While traveling from Jaipur you need to take NH11 to Bharatpur via Balaji, Dausa Town and Mahua

Best Time to Visit Ghana National Park

Ghana Bird Sanctuary is open round the year. However in winters you can see the migratory birds here. However, whatever time of the year you go, there will always be interesting birds to see Best sightings

Address and Contact Details

Wildlife/ Forest Dept office

Keoladeo Ghana NP

Near Shanti Kunj (park area)

Tel: 05644-222777

STD code 05644

Ghana National Park entry fee for Indians is Rs 25, for foreign tourists it is Rs 200, Guide fee Rs 75 per hr Video cameras Rs 200. You can also hire a bicycle for Rs 30 per day at Ghana

HOW TO REACH BHARATPUR GHANA NATIONAL PARK RAJASTHAN

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The nearest airport from Ghana is Agra about 65 km. Taxis from Agra to Bharatpur will charge about Rs 1,500/

Nearest railway station from Ghana National Park is Bharatpur about 5 kms which is well connected by trains from all parts of the country.

From Delhi many trains are available to Bharatpur including the Frontier Mail and the Kota Janshatabdi..

You can also take Delhi Greater Noida Agra Yamuna Express Highway to Reach Mathura and from there the state road to Bahratpur which is about 185 km from Delhi. Bharatpur is also connected by highway from Jaipur Ajmer.

Important Tips to watch birds at Ghana

The finest way to spot different species of birds and animals at Ghana is to make outings at different times the same day. The early morning’s visit, afternoon you can see water birds in daylight and in the evenings you can spot night birds such as owls after sunset. Have patience which will reward you with amazing birds.