66 RAS Prelims MCQs on education in Rajasthan use the 2011 Census literacy figures and cover school and higher education, the National Education Policy 2020 and State schemes. District literacy rankings, the Padhna Likhna Abhiyan, the 5+3+3+4 structure and the Mahatma Gandhi English medium schools are asked as facts.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q51. Given below are two statements regarding female higher education in Rajasthan. Statement I: The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) for girls in higher education in Rajasthan has seen a declining trend over the last decade. Statement II: Initiatives like the Kalibai Bheel Medhavi Chhatra Scooty Yojana have been launched to incentivize girls to pursue higher education.
Explanation
The Gross Enrolment Ratio for girls in Rajasthan’s higher education has actually shown an improving trend, rather than a decline, over the last decade. This progress is supported by various state initiatives, such as the scooty distribution scheme, which provides tangible incentives for girls to continue their studies. Therefore, the first statement is incorrect, while the second statement is factually true.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q52. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the educational schemes in Rajasthan and their respective provisions.
Explanation
The Aapki Beti scheme in Rajasthan is specifically designed for girls from BPL families who have lost one or both parents, and it applies only to those studying in government schools. The claim that it is exclusively for private school students is incorrect. Other schemes like Gargi Puraskar and Indira Priyadarshini Award correctly serve their respective academic and social target groups.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q53. What is the fundamental cause behind establishing Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs) as residential schools?
Explanation
Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas are established as residential schools to provide a safe and stable learning environment for girls from marginalized communities. These students often face significant economic hurdles or reside in remote areas where daily commuting is difficult. By offering on-campus living, these institutions ensure that girls can complete their education without the disruptions caused by distance or household pressures.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q54. Select the correct increasing order of the following districts in Rajasthan based on their male literacy rate as per the 2011 Census.
Explanation
The 2011 Census data indicates a specific increasing order for male literacy rates among several districts in Rajasthan. Pratapgarh has the lowest rate among those listed, followed by Banswara.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q55. Match the digital education initiatives in List I with their specific descriptions in List II.
Digital Initiative
Description
A. Shala Samdarshan
i. Free digital classes on YouTube by the Education Department and Vedanta
B. E-Kaksha
ii. National platform providing digital infrastructure for teachers
C. SMILE
iii. Social media interface sharing daily video content via WhatsApp
D. DIKSHA
iv. Portal for public viewing of school infrastructure and teacher availability
Explanation
Digital initiatives in Rajasthan serve unique functions. Shala Samdarshan is a portal for viewing school infrastructure, while e-Kaksha provides free YouTube lessons. The SMILE program uses WhatsApp to share educational content daily. Lastly, DIKSHA is the national platform for teacher training and resources. Together, these tools form a comprehensive digital framework that supports both students and educators across the state’s schools.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q56. Find the odd one out among the following based on the type of higher education institution in Rajasthan.
Explanation
Among the institutions listed, the University of Rajasthan in Jaipur is a state-run public university. In contrast, BITS Pilani, Banasthali Vidyapith, and Jain Vishva Bharati Institute are categorized as deemed-to-be universities or private institutions. This makes Rajasthan University the odd one out based on its administrative structure and funding as a primary public academic body established by the state government.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q57. Which of the following functions is an exception and does NOT fall under the purview of the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE)?
Explanation
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education manages secondary level academic standards, prescribes curricula, and conducts board exams and teacher eligibility tests. However, the appointment of Vice-Chancellors for state technical universities falls outside its jurisdiction, as such appointments are typically handled by the Governor in consultation with the state government. Thus, administrative university leadership is an exception to the board’s roles.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q58. Consider the following statements regarding Adult Education in Rajasthan: I. The State Literacy Mission Authority (SLMA) oversees the implementation of literacy programmes. II. The Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram aims to provide foundational literacy and numeracy as well as critical life skills. III. Adult literacy programmes target individuals starting from the age of 10 years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
The State Literacy Mission Authority is responsible for implementing adult education programs in Rajasthan. The Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram focuses on providing foundational literacy, numeracy, and life skills to non-literate adults. However, these programs generally target individuals aged fifteen years and above, not ten. Therefore, only the first and second statements accurately describe the current adult education framework in the state.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q59. What is the most appropriate primary objective of the Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) as applied in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan is a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at providing strategic funding to state higher education institutions. Its primary goal in Rajasthan is to improve overall institutional quality by ensuring that colleges and universities conform to prescribed standards. By focusing on qualitative improvements and infrastructure development, RUSA helps enhance the standard of higher education across various state districts.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Education in Rajasthan
Q60. Given below are two statements regarding technical education in Rajasthan. Statement I: Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in Rajasthan focus primarily on providing vocational certificate courses for immediate employment in trades. Statement II: Polytechnic colleges offer diploma courses in engineering and non-engineering fields, acting as a bridge between ITIs and degree-level engineering colleges.
Explanation
Industrial Training Institutes in Rajasthan provide vocational courses for immediate trade-based employment. Meanwhile, polytechnic colleges offer diploma courses that act as a middle ground between basic vocational training and degree-level engineering. Both statements are factually correct regarding the roles of these institutions. However, they describe different levels of the technical education hierarchy, and the second statement does not directly explain the first.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(d) Statement I is false, but Statement II is true.
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(c) Aapki Beti Scheme - For girls studying in private schools exclusively
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(a) Providing safe learning environments for girls facing distance or economic hurdles
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(a) Pratapgarh, Banswara, Sirohi, Jalore
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(a) A-iv, B-i, C-iii, D-ii
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(c) Rajasthan University, Jaipur
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(a) Appointing Vice-Chancellors for state-run technical universities
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(a) I and II only
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(b) To improve institutional quality by ensuring conformity to prescribed norms
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(b) Both Statement I and Statement II are true, but Statement II does not explain Statement I.
Key facts from Education in Rajasthan
The overall literacy rate of Rajasthan in the 2011 Census was 66.11 per cent.
Jalore recorded the lowest overall literacy in 2011; Kota has the highest female literacy rate.
The decreasing order of overall literacy is Kota, Jaipur, Jhunjhunu and Sikar.
Rajasthan Technical University is the State university for technical education.
The Padhna Likhna Abhiyan targets non-literates aged 15 years and above.
The NEP 2020 replaces the 10+2 structure with 5+3+3+4; the Mahatma Gandhi Government English Medium Schools Scheme converts selected Hindi medium schools.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Education in Rajasthan?
This page has 66 practice MCQs on Education in Rajasthan (Rajasthan Economy). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
What was the literacy rate of Rajasthan in the 2011 Census?
66.11 per cent. Literacy was higher among men than women, and Kota had the highest female literacy rate, while Jalore recorded the lowest overall literacy among districts, and the gap between male and female literacy remains wide.
What school structure does NEP 2020 propose?
5+3+3+4, replacing the 10+2 structure. It has a foundational stage of five years, a preparatory stage of three, a middle stage of three and a secondary stage of four.
Who is targeted by the Padhna Likhna Abhiyan?
Non-literate adults aged 15 years and above. The campaign aims to make them literate through basic reading, writing and numeracy classes, usually run in the evenings or in community centres.
