Q531. An applicant belongs to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family in a rural area of Rajasthan and seeks admission for her daughter in Class 1 in a private unaided school. Which provision of the RTE Act directly facilitates this admission free of cost?
Rajasthan Economy: RAS Prelims MCQs
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.
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Q532. In which year was the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) established?
Explanation
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education was established in 1957 to regulate and supervise secondary education within the state. Initially located in Jaipur, it later shifted to Ajmer. The board plays a pivotal role in maintaining educational standards by conducting board examinations and developing academic syllabi. Its establishment marked a significant step toward organizing the school education system in Rajasthan.
Q533. The following question consists of two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): A significant number of engineering seats in private technical institutions of Rajasthan remain vacant every year.
Reason (R): There is a persistent gap between the curriculum taught in technical institutions and the current skill requirements of the industry, affecting students’ employability.
Assertion (A): A significant number of engineering seats in private technical institutions of Rajasthan remain vacant every year.
Reason (R): There is a persistent gap between the curriculum taught in technical institutions and the current skill requirements of the industry, affecting students’ employability.
Explanation
Many engineering seats in Rajasthan’s private colleges remain vacant due to a mismatch between academic curricula and industry requirements. This gap negatively impacts student employability, making technical education less attractive to aspirants. While the assertion correctly identifies the vacancy issue, the reason accurately explains that the lack of practical, industry-aligned skills is a major driving factor behind this problem.
Q534. Consider the following statements about the SMILE (Social Media Interface for Learning Engagement) program in Rajasthan:
I. It was launched during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure continuity of education.
II. Study materials and video links were shared with students and parents via WhatsApp groups.
III. It completely replaced the traditional board examinations with an online open-book system permanently.
IV. It connected teachers directly with students for homework distribution and assessment.
Which combination of statements is correct?
I. It was launched during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure continuity of education.
II. Study materials and video links were shared with students and parents via WhatsApp groups.
III. It completely replaced the traditional board examinations with an online open-book system permanently.
IV. It connected teachers directly with students for homework distribution and assessment.
Which combination of statements is correct?
Explanation
The SMILE program was introduced in Rajasthan during the COVID-19 pandemic to maintain educational continuity through digital means. It utilized WhatsApp groups to share study materials and video links with students and parents. While it facilitated teacher-student interaction and homework distribution, it did not permanently replace traditional board exams with online systems. Therefore, only the first, second, and fourth statements are accurate.
Q535. Match the educational digital initiatives in Rajasthan in List I with their primary mediums/ platforms in List II.
| Initiative | Medium/Platform |
|---|---|
| A. Shiksha Vani | i. Television broadcasts on Doordarshan |
| B. Shiksha Darshan | ii. Radio broadcasts via All India Radio |
| C. e-Kaksha | iii. National teacher training and resource portal |
| D. DIKSHA | iv. Digital video content on YouTube |
Explanation
Rajasthan’s digital education initiatives utilize diverse platforms. Shiksha Vani provides radio broadcasts via All India Radio, while Shiksha Darshan uses television through Doordarshan. The e-Kaksha project offers digital video content on YouTube for students. Furthermore, DIKSHA serves as a national portal for teacher training and resource sharing. These combined efforts ensure that educational materials reach students through various accessible communication channels.
Q536. The term ‘School Rationalization’ or ‘School Integration’ was prominently used in Rajasthan recently. What was its primary cause and effect?
Explanation
School rationalization or integration in Rajasthan involves merging schools with low student enrolment into nearby hub schools. This strategy aims to optimize resource utilization, ensuring better infrastructure, more teachers, and improved academic environments for students. By consolidating small schools, the government can provide enhanced facilities like libraries and laboratories that were previously difficult to maintain in multiple under-enrolled locations.
Q537. Which of the following medical universities serves as the affiliating university for government and private medical colleges across Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Rajasthan University of Health Sciences, located in Jaipur, serves as the central affiliating body for all government and private medical, dental, and nursing colleges in the state. Established to ensure uniform standards in medical education, it conducts examinations and grants degrees. Its role is critical in maintaining the quality of healthcare professionals being trained within Rajasthan’s diverse medical institutions.
Q538. Identify the incorrect statement regarding female literacy in Rajasthan based on the 2011 Census.
Explanation
In Rajasthan, female literacy rates according to the 2011 Census reveal significant disparities. Urban areas generally record higher literacy levels than rural regions, making the claim that rural female literacy is higher incorrect. Jalore district has the lowest female literacy rate, and the overall state average for females is fifty-two point one percent, which remains lower than the national average.
Q539. Arrange the following adult literacy programmes implemented in India and Rajasthan in the chronological order of their inception:
I. Padhna Likhna Abhiyan
II. National Literacy Mission
III. Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram (NILP)
IV. Saakshar Bharat
Select the correct order from the options given below:
I. Padhna Likhna Abhiyan
II. National Literacy Mission
III. Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram (NILP)
IV. Saakshar Bharat
Select the correct order from the options given below:
Explanation
Adult literacy programs in India have evolved chronologically. The National Literacy Mission started in 1988, followed by Saakshar Bharat in 2009. Later, the Padhna Likhna Abhiyan was launched in 2020 to address functional literacy.
Q540. Given below are two statements regarding the education sector in Rajasthan.
Statement I: The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) at the higher education level in Rajasthan is significantly lower than the GER at the elementary education level.
Statement II: A large number of students enter the workforce or drop out after completing secondary education due to socio-economic constraints.
Statement I: The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) at the higher education level in Rajasthan is significantly lower than the GER at the elementary education level.
Statement II: A large number of students enter the workforce or drop out after completing secondary education due to socio-economic constraints.
Explanation
The Gross Enrolment Ratio in Rajasthan’s higher education sector is significantly lower than that of elementary education. This disparity exists because many students drop out or enter the workforce after secondary school due to economic constraints and social factors. Both statements are accurate, and the transition challenges effectively explain why enrolment levels decline as students move toward higher studies.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 531 | (a) Section 12(1)(c) |
| 532 | (b) 1957 |
| 533 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 534 | (c) I, II, and IV only |
| 535 | (a) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii |
| 536 | (a) Merging low-enrolment schools into hub schools for better resource utilization. |
| 537 | (b) Rajasthan University of Health Sciences |
| 538 | (b) Female literacy in rural areas was higher than the female literacy rate in urban areas. |
| 539 | (a) II, IV, I, III |
| 540 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are true, and Statement II explains Statement I. |
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.