Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives: RAS Prelims MCQs
62 RAS Prelims MCQs on agriculture in Rajasthan cover its share in the economy, the crops and regions, irrigation and the risk of drought. The core maize districts, the national rank in mustard and spices, the fruit-growing districts and the order of drought vulnerability are asked as facts, and the explanations tie each crop to its climate and region.
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RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q61. The following question consists of two statements: Statement I: Agricultural Universities in Rajasthan actively engage in extension services through Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs). Statement II: Krishi Vigyan Kendras are primarily responsible for disseminating agricultural technology and training to farmers. Which of the following is correct based on the provided options?
Explanation
Krishi Vigyan Kendras serve as the primary link between agricultural universities and the farming community. These centers are responsible for the practical dissemination of new technologies and scientific research. Because KVKs provide essential training and extension services, their active engagement is the primary way universities fulfill their mission of improving local farming practices, making the second statement a correct explanation.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q62. Select the odd one out from the following initiatives, which does NOT belong to the category of "Digital Agriculture" or e-governance in agriculture.
Explanation
Digital agriculture refers to the use of information and communication technologies in farming, such as the Kisan Suvidha App, e-NAM, and the Rajkisan Sathi Portal. The construction of farm ponds or ‘Diggis’ is a physical infrastructure project focused on water harvesting and irrigation. It belongs to the category of civil works or water resource management rather than digital technology.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I.
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(b) Construction of Farm Ponds (Diggis)
Key facts from Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Agriculture and allied sectors contribute about 28 to 30 per cent of Rajasthan’s economy.
Bajra is the crop of the arid west because it matures quickly and needs little water.
Bhilwara, Chittorgarh and Udaipur are the core maize-producing districts.
Rajasthan holds the first national rank in rapeseed and mustard, and is the largest producer of coriander, cumin and fenugreek.
Around 30 to 35 per cent of the net sown area is under assured irrigation.
Jhalawar is known for oranges (mandarin); drought vulnerability is highest in the Western Arid Region, then the Semi-Arid Region and then the South-Eastern Plateau.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives?
This page has 62 practice MCQs on Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives (Rajasthan Economy). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which crop does Rajasthan lead India in?
Rapeseed and mustard, where it frequently holds the first rank. It is also the largest producer of spices such as coriander, cumin and fenugreek, and the first in bajra.
Which are the main maize-growing districts?
Bhilwara, Chittorgarh and Udaipur in the south and south-east. These districts have the rainfall and soils that suit maize, which is a Kharif crop grown with the monsoon rains, and the crop is also an important fodder source for livestock.
How much of the net sown area is irrigated?
Around 30 to 35 per cent is under assured irrigation, so most farming in the State still depends on rain, which is erratic. This is why crop output swings from year to year.
