721 RAS Prelims practice MCQs on the economy of Rajasthan are on this page, in 11 chapters. They cover the macro overview and State budget, agriculture, industry, the service sector, energy and transport infrastructure, rural development and Panchayati Raj, the State Finance Commission, education, health and the major welfare schemes. Each question has an answer and an explanation.
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 · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q281. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer:
Energy Schemes
Core Objectives in Rajasthan
A. RDSS
i. Financial turnaround of DISCOMs via debt takeover
B. UDAY
ii. Reduction of AT&C losses through smart metering and infrastructure upgrades
C. Saubhagya
iii. Solarization of agricultural pumps
D. PM-KUSUM
iv. Universal household electrification
Explanation
RDSS reduces AT&C losses through smart metering and infrastructure upgrades, UDAY gave the DISCOMs a financial turnaround through debt takeover, Saubhagya is universal household electrification and PM-KUSUM is solarisation of agricultural pumps. This gives A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q282. Find the odd one out among the technological systems typically associated with the modernization and smart metering infrastructure of DISCOMs:
Explanation
Advanced Metering Infrastructure, SCADA systems, and ERP billing platforms are all digital technologies used to modernize and manage power distribution networks and smart metering. Concentrated Solar Power, however, is a generation technology that uses mirrors to produce electricity from sunlight. Therefore, CSP is not related to the internal management or metering infrastructure of the distribution companies.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q283. Which entity acts as the State Designated Agency (SDA) in Rajasthan to coordinate, regulate, and enforce the provisions of the Energy Conservation Act, 2001?
Explanation
The Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited is the officially designated agency responsible for implementing and enforcing the Energy Conservation Act within the state. It works under the guidance of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency to promote energy-efficient practices across various sectors. Its role includes coordinating audits, enforcing standards, and raising awareness about the importance of reducing energy waste.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q284. Arrange the following energy conservation interventions in the logical sequence of their implementation in an industrial facility under the BEE framework: I. Implementation of Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) II. Conducting a preliminary/detailed Energy Audit III. Measurement and Verification of energy savings
Explanation
Implementing energy conservation in an industrial setting follows a logical process. First, a detailed energy audit is conducted to identify areas of waste. Next, the recommended conservation measures are put into practice. Finally, a process of measurement and verification is carried out to ensure that the changes have resulted in the expected energy and cost savings for the facility.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q285. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Energy Conservation Building Code in Rajasthan sets minimum energy performance standards for large commercial buildings to ensure they are designed and operated efficiently. It covers aspects like lighting, heating, and cooling systems. By mandating these standards, the state aims to reduce the long-term energy demand of its growing urban infrastructure, contributing to overall sustainability and conservation goals.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q286. The PAT (Perform, Achieve and Trade) scheme under the National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency targets which specific sector in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Perform, Achieve and Trade scheme targets energy-intensive industries, known as Designated Consumers, to improve their efficiency. In Rajasthan, this primarily includes sectors like cement production and thermal power plants. Under this market-based mechanism, facilities that exceed their energy-saving targets are awarded tradable certificates, incentivizing large-scale industrial consumers to adopt modern, energy-efficient technologies and processes.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q287. What is the most appropriate and primary focus of energy conservation initiatives in the agricultural sector of Rajasthan?
Explanation
Agricultural pumping accounts for a significant portion of energy consumption in Rajasthan. The primary focus of conservation in this sector is to replace old, inefficient pumps with modern, energy-efficient star-rated models. This initiative not only reduces the overall electricity demand and the state’s subsidy burden but also helps farmers lower their operational costs while maintaining necessary irrigation levels.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q288. In the context of power generation, green hydrogen is defined by which of the following processes?
Explanation
Green hydrogen is produced through a process called electrolysis, where water is split into its constituent parts, hydrogen and oxygen, using electricity. For the hydrogen to be considered "green," this electricity must come entirely from renewable energy sources like solar or wind. This method produces zero carbon emissions, making it a critical technology for decarbonizing heavy industries and transportation.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q289. Given below are two statements regarding green hydrogen production in Rajasthan: Statement I: Rajasthan is highly suited to become a hub for green hydrogen production. Statement II: The state has vast untapped renewable energy potential, which can provide the cheap and abundant electricity required for electrolysis. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Rajasthan is highly suited to be a green hydrogen hub, because it has vast untapped renewable potential that can supply the cheap electricity needed for electrolysis. Both statements are correct and the second explains the first.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q290. Identify the correct pair matching the type of hydrogen with its energy source:
Explanation
Different colors of hydrogen indicate the energy source used for its production. Grey hydrogen comes from natural gas without carbon capture, while blue hydrogen includes carbon capture. Pink hydrogen is produced using nuclear energy. Green hydrogen is distinguished by its use of renewable energy sources, ensuring that the entire production cycle is carbon-neutral and environmentally sustainable.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
281
(d) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii
282
(b) Concentrated Solar Power (CSP)
283
(b) Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (RRECL)
284
(b) II, I, III
285
(c) It sets minimum performance standards for large commercial buildings.
286
(d) Designated Consumers in energy-intensive industries like cement and thermal power.
287
(c) Upgrading inefficient agricultural pump sets with energy-efficient star-rated ones.
288
(b) Splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen via electrolysis using renewable energy.
289
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I.
290
(c) Green Hydrogen - Produced using renewable energy
Key facts from Rajasthan Economy
The RPSC syllabus lists the economy of Rajasthan as the second part of the Economy paper.
Many questions ask for a Rajasthan-specific fact: a scheme, a year, a district or an institution.
The State budget chapter tests terms such as revenue deficit and fiscal deficit through the FRBM Act and the State’s debt.
Infrastructure chapters cover solar and wind energy, DISCOM finances, highways, the DMIC and the Jaipur Metro.
The national economy chapters are on the Indian Economy page.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Rajasthan Economy?
This page has 721 practice MCQs on Rajasthan Economy. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Rajasthan economy set cover?
Eleven chapters: macro overview and State budget; agriculture; industry; the service sector; energy infrastructure; transportation and communication; rural development and Panchayati Raj; State Finance Commission and fiscal devolution; education; health; and the major welfare schemes of the Rajasthan Government.
Is the Rajasthan economy in the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. RPSC lists the economy of Rajasthan as the second part of the Economy paper, after economic concepts and the Indian economy, so both parts are examined in the same paper.
How can I prepare the Rajasthan economy chapters?
Keep a list of schemes with their year, objective and target group, and a list of district-wise crops and industries. Attempt each chapter, read the explanation of every miss and revise the list a few days later.
