Q631. Which goat breed of Rajasthan is highly prolific, often giving birth to twins or triplets, and is suited for stall feeding?
Health, Environment and Agriculture: RAS Prelims MCQs
662 RAS Prelims practice MCQs on health, environment and agriculture are on this page, in 4 chapters. They cover human health, food, nutrition and public health programmes, environmental and ecological changes and impact assessment, biodiversity and conservation of natural resources, and agriculture, horticulture, forestry and animal husbandry in Rajasthan. Each question has an answer and an explanation.
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Q632. Sheep and goat rearing in Rajasthan is primarily characterized by which type of management system?
Explanation
Sheep and goat rearing in Rajasthan is primarily characterized by an extensive and often nomadic pastoral management system. Herders move their flocks over large distances in search of seasonal pastures and water, especially during the dry months. This traditional system is an adaptation to erratic rainfall and sparse vegetation. Pastoralism remains a vital socio-economic lifestyle for many communities in the state.
Q633. What is the primary purpose of cross-breeding indigenous sheep breeds with exotic breeds like Rambouillet and Merino in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Cross-breeding indigenous sheep breeds with exotic ones like Rambouillet and Merino is a strategy used to improve the quality and quantity of wool produced in Rajasthan. Indigenous breeds are hardy but often produce coarser wool. By introducing genes from exotic breeds known for fine wool, the state aims to produce higher-value textiles. This program helps in increasing the income of farmers.
Q634. Which disease is highly fatal to sheep in Rajasthan, primarily characterized by sudden death, often linked to overeating lush pasture or grains (Pulpy Kidney Disease)?
Explanation
Enterotoxemia, also known as Pulpy Kidney Disease, is a highly fatal bacterial disease that affects sheep in Rajasthan. It is often triggered by sudden changes in diet, such as moving from dry pasture to lush green fields or grain-heavy feeds. The bacteria release toxins that cause sudden death. Regular vaccination is the most effective way to protect flocks from this disease.
Q635. Match the items in List I with those in List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Dairy Organization/Brand | Description |
|---|---|
| A. RCDF | i. Apex state-level dairy cooperative federation in Rajasthan |
| B. Saras | ii. Brand name under which RCDF markets its dairy products |
| C. NDDB | iii. National organization supporting dairy development |
| D. Milk Union | iv. District-level cooperative entity managing milk procurement |
Explanation
The dairy sector in Rajasthan is organized into several levels. The Rajasthan Cooperative Dairy Federation is the apex state-level body. It markets its products under the well-known brand name ‘Saras’. The National Dairy Development Board provides nationwide support, while District Milk Unions manage actual procurement and processing of milk locally. This structured approach ensures efficiency from the village to consumer.
Q636. The Rajasthan Cooperative Dairy Federation (RCDF) was set up in which year to implement dairy development programs?
Explanation
The Rajasthan Cooperative Dairy Federation was set up in 1977 to implement and oversee various dairy development programs across the state. Its establishment marked a significant step toward organizing the fragmented dairy sector into a powerful cooperative movement. Since its inception, RCDF has worked to improve milk procurement, processing infrastructure, and marketing, helping Rajasthan become a leading milk producer in India.
Q637. What is the primary socio-economic impact of the village-level milk cooperative societies in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The village-level milk cooperative societies have had a profound socio-economic impact in Rajasthan. By providing a reliable daily market for milk, they ensure a regular cash income for rural households, which is vital during agricultural lean periods. Furthermore, as women are often the primary caretakers of livestock, their involvement in these cooperatives has significantly empowered them financially and socially. This is development.
Q638. The pricing of raw milk procured from farmers by the cooperative societies in Rajasthan is primarily based on:
Explanation
In the cooperative dairy network of Rajasthan, the price paid to farmers for their raw milk is determined by its quality. This is scientifically measured based on the FAT content and the Solid Not Fat (SNF) content.
Q639. Under the Mukhyamantri Dugdh Utpadak Sambal Yojana in Rajasthan, the government provides what kind of support to milk producers supplying to cooperative dairies?
Explanation
The Mukhyamantri Dugdh Utpadak Sambal Yojana is a state government initiative designed to support milk producers. Under this scheme, the government provides a direct financial subsidy per liter of milk supplied to cooperative dairies, over and above the regular procurement price. This extra incentive helps in making dairy farming more profitable and encourages more farmers to join the cooperative dairy network.
Q640. Identify the incorrect statement regarding dairy development in Rajasthan.
Explanation
RCDF, through its ‘Saras’ brand, markets a wide range of products beyond just liquid milk. This includes value-added dairy products like ghee, paneer, butter, curd, and even sweets. Diversifying into value-added products is a core strategy to increase the profitability of the cooperative and ensure better returns for farmers. Therefore, the statement that RCDF prohibits the sale of such products is incorrect.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 631 | (c) Barbari |
| 632 | (d) Extensive and nomadic pastoralism |
| 633 | (a) Improve wool quantity and fineness |
| 634 | (b) Enterotoxemia |
| 635 | (b) A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv |
| 636 | (c) 1977 |
| 637 | (d) Regular income for households, especially empowering women. |
| 638 | (c) FAT and Solid Not Fat (SNF) content |
| 639 | (b) A direct financial subsidy per liter over procurement price. |
| 640 | (d) RCDF strictly markets only liquid milk and prohibits the sale of value-added products like ghee and paneer. |
Key facts from Health, Environment and Agriculture
- The RPSC General Science syllabus includes human health and nutrition, environmental change, biodiversity and the agriculture of Rajasthan.
- Health questions pair a deficiency or a programme with its cause or target, for example iron with anaemia.
- Environment questions cover ecosystems, pollutants, laws and treaties, including carbon markets.
- Rajasthan agriculture questions deal with dryland farming, crops of the arid zones and the State’s agro-climatic zones.
- Science and technology, policies and defence are on the Science and Technology page.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Health, Environment and Agriculture?
This page has 662 practice MCQs on Health, Environment and Agriculture. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does this set cover?
Four chapters: human health, food, nutrition and public health programmes; environmental and ecological changes and their impact assessment; biodiversity, conservation of natural resources and sustainable development; and agriculture, horticulture, forestry and animal husbandry in Rajasthan.
Are health, environment and agriculture part of the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. The General Knowledge and General Science paper includes human health, nutrition, environment, biodiversity and the agriculture sector of Rajasthan, so these topics can be asked every year.
How can I revise this part of the syllabus?
Make short lists of deficiency diseases, pollutants, laws and treaties, and Rajasthan crops and zones. Attempt each chapter, read the explanations of the misses and revisit the lists after a few days.