Q161. Which modern aquaculture technology is being promoted in Rajasthan to maximize fish production in existing reservoirs by rearing fish in enclosed mesh structures?
Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan: RAS Prelims MCQs
164 RAS Prelims MCQs on agriculture, horticulture, forestry and animal husbandry in Rajasthan deal with farming in an arid and semi-arid State. Moisture conservation, agro-climatic zones, dry farming, drought-resistant crops, early maturing varieties and the causes of desertification are asked as facts, matches and statements, and the explanations show why each practice suits the desert environment.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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Q162. Saline water aquaculture in Rajasthan, particularly the farming of Whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei), has been successfully experimented in the inland saline groundwater tracts of which district?
Explanation
Inland saline water aquaculture has seen a breakthrough in the Churu district of Rajasthan. Despite being in the desert, the region has vast tracts of saline groundwater. Experiments in farming Whiteleg shrimp have been remarkably successful here. This innovative approach turns a geographical constraint into an economic opportunity, providing a high-value export product from an arid landscape for local farmers.
Q163. Match the items in List I with those in List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Government Scheme/Initiative | Primary Objective |
|---|---|
| A. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) | i. Financial assistance in case of accidental death/injury to farmers during farm operations |
| B. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) | ii. Focus on ‘Per Drop More Crop’ through micro-irrigation |
| C. National Livestock Mission (NLM) | iii. Comprehensive risk cover for crops against non-preventable natural risks |
| D. Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Yojana | iv. Quantitative and qualitative improvement in livestock, fodder development |
Explanation
Various government schemes support the agricultural sector in Rajasthan. PMFBY provides comprehensive risk cover for crops, while PMKSY focuses on improving water use efficiency through micro-irrigation. The National Livestock Mission aims for qualitative livestock improvement. At the state level, the Mukhyamantri Krishak Sathi Yojana provides critical financial assistance to farmers in case of accidental injury or death during farm operations.
Q164. The ‘Rajasthan Agricultural Competitiveness Project’ (RACP) primarily aims to:
Explanation
The Rajasthan Agricultural Competitiveness Project is a major initiative aimed at transforming the state’s agriculture.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 161 | (c) Cage culture |
| 162 | (d) Churu |
| 163 | (a) A-iii, B-ii, C-iv, D-i |
| 164 | (b) Sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture for higher income. |
Key facts from Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan
- Contour bunding and mulching are effective moisture conservation methods in arid agriculture.
- Jaisalmer, Barmer and Bikaner fall in the Hyper Arid Partial Irrigated Zone.
- Dry farming is the practice of growing crops in regions with less than 750 mm of annual rainfall without irrigation.
- Bajra (pearl millet) is a common drought-resistant crop of the arid region; moth bean is drought-tolerant and forms a dense soil cover.
- Raj 3077 is a drought-resistant wheat variety suited to low-water areas.
- Early maturing varieties help crops escape terminal drought; overgrazing by livestock accelerates desertification.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan?
This page has 164 practice MCQs on Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan (Health, Environment and Agriculture). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
What is dry farming?
The practice of growing crops in regions with less than 750 mm of annual rainfall without irrigation, by conserving soil moisture through methods such as mulching, bunding and early sowing.
Why is moth bean grown widely in Rajasthan?
Because it is drought-tolerant and forms a dense soil cover that protects the soil from erosion. It also fixes nitrogen, so it suits the poor sandy soils of the arid west.
Why are early maturing varieties important?
They complete their growth before the dry spell at the end of the season, so the crop escapes terminal drought. This is a key strategy for rain-fed farming in Rajasthan.