Q1. Which of the following options accurately represents the geographical extension of Rajasthan in terms of latitude and longitude?
Rajasthan Geography: RAS Prelims MCQs
529 RAS Prelims practice MCQs on the geography of Rajasthan are on this page, in 13 chapters. They cover location, extent and physiography, rivers and lakes, climate, natural vegetation and wildlife, soils, agriculture, livestock, irrigation, minerals, population, urbanisation, tribes and tourism. Each question has an answer and an explanation, in the formats the exam uses.
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Q2. The total geographical area of Rajasthan is 3,42,239 square kilometres. What percentage of the total geographical area of India does Rajasthan represent?
Explanation
Rajasthan is the largest state in India by land area, covering 3,42,239 square kilometers. This vast territory accounts for approximately 10.41 percent of the total geographical area of the nation. Since the formation of Chhattisgarh from Madhya Pradesh in 2000, Rajasthan has maintained its status as the top-ranking state regarding physical size across the entire country.
Q3. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the international boundary of Rajasthan.
Explanation
The international border between Rajasthan and Pakistan, known as the Radcliffe Line, spans 1070 kilometers. Jaisalmer district shares the longest portion of this boundary, covering 464 kilometers. In contrast, Phalodi shares the shortest segment. The line starts at Hindumalkot in Sriganganagar and concludes at Shahgarh in the Barmer district, ensuring vital national security for the region.
Q4. Rajasthan shares its interstate boundaries with five Indian states. Which of the following pairs correctly identifies the states with the longest and shortest boundary lengths with Rajasthan respectively?
Explanation
Rajasthan borders five Indian states, sharing varying boundary lengths. The longest interstate border is shared with Madhya Pradesh, spanning 1600 kilometers to the southeast. Conversely, the shortest boundary is with Punjab in the north, covering only 89 kilometers. These borders play a crucial role in the state’s economic trade, cultural exchange, and overall administrative regional connectivity with its neighboring territories.
Q5. Match the adjoining states in List I with the length of their respective boundary shared with Rajasthan in List II.
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| State | Boundary Length |
|---|---|
| A. Madhya Pradesh | i. 1262 km |
| B. Haryana | ii. 1022 km |
| C. Gujarat | iii. 1600 km |
| D. Punjab | iv. 89 km |
Explanation
The interstate boundaries of Rajasthan vary significantly in length across different directions. Madhya Pradesh shares the most extensive border at 1600 kilometers. Haryana follows with 1262 kilometers, while Gujarat covers 1022 kilometers. Punjab shares the smallest boundary at 89 kilometers. These measurements define the state’s geopolitical limits and influence the shared regional resources and various interstate migratory and trade patterns.
Q6. Which of the following is not recognized as one of the four major macro-physiographic divisions of Rajasthan?
Explanation
Rajasthan is divided into four major physiographic units: the Western Sandy Plains, the Aravalli Range and Hilly Region, the Eastern Plains, and the Southeastern Rajasthan Plateau. Being a landlocked state, it does not possess any coastal features or plains. These diverse regions are categorized based on their distinct geological structures, relief features, soil types, and the prevailing regional climatic conditions.
Q7. Which of the following districts is the odd one out as it does NOT share a boundary with the international border (Radcliffe Line)?
Explanation
The international border with Pakistan, the Radcliffe Line, is shared by several districts in western Rajasthan, including Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Sriganganagar, Barmer, Anupgarh, and the newly created Phalodi. Jodhpur, however, is located further inland toward the east. It does not touch the international boundary, making it an interior district within the Western Sandy Plains rather than a frontline border district of the state.
Q8. Which district of Rajasthan shares both an international boundary with Pakistan and an interstate boundary with Gujarat?
Explanation
Barmer is a unique district in Rajasthan that shares both an international and an interstate boundary. To the west, it borders Pakistan along the Radcliffe Line. To the south, it shares a border with the state of Gujarat. This dual status makes it a strategically important region for national security and an essential hub for interstate trade and cultural exchange between neighboring regions.
Q9. Consider the following statements regarding the Eastern Plains of Rajasthan:
I. The region is largely composed of older alluvium (Bangar) and newer alluvium (Khadar).
II. The Banas plain is situated in the northern part of this macro-region.
III. The Chambal basin is famous for its heavily gullied topography.
IV. The Eastern Plains receive the lowest average annual rainfall among all physiographic regions of Rajasthan.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
I. The region is largely composed of older alluvium (Bangar) and newer alluvium (Khadar).
II. The Banas plain is situated in the northern part of this macro-region.
III. The Chambal basin is famous for its heavily gullied topography.
IV. The Eastern Plains receive the lowest average annual rainfall among all physiographic regions of Rajasthan.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Eastern Plains are composed of fertile older and newer alluvium, featuring the Banas and Chambal basins. However, stating they receive the lowest average annual rainfall is incorrect. That distinction belongs to the Western Sandy Plains. The Eastern Plains actually enjoy moderate to high rainfall, which, combined with the fertile soil, makes them the most agriculturally productive region in all of Rajasthan.
Q10. The Utkhat (Badland) topography is an extensive geomorphological feature resulting from severe water erosion. This physiographic feature is the hallmark of which river basin?
Explanation
Utkhat or Badland topography is the defining geomorphological feature of the Chambal River basin. Severe gully erosion caused by the river has created a rugged landscape of deep ravines and narrow ridges, particularly in Dholpur, Karauli, and Sawai Madhopur. These ravines, locally known as Dang, make the land unsuitable for regular agriculture but provide a unique, albeit difficult, terrain for regional ecology.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1 | (a) 23°3’N to 30°12’N latitude and 69°30’E to 78°17’E longitude |
| 2 | (b) 10.41 percent |
| 3 | (c) Bikaner district shares the longest segment of the international boundary among all bordering districts. |
| 4 | (d) Madhya Pradesh and Punjab |
| 5 | (c) A-iii, B-i, C-ii, D-iv |
| 6 | (b) Southern Coastal Plains |
| 7 | (a) Jodhpur |
| 8 | (c) Barmer |
| 9 | (c) IV only |
| 10 | (d) Chambal Basin |
Key facts from Rajasthan Geography
- The RPSC syllabus lists Rajasthan’s location, extent and physiography, rivers and lakes, climate, vegetation, biodiversity, soils, agriculture, livestock, irrigation, population, urbanisation and tribes.
- Many questions ask for a number or a name: the area of the State, a district’s density, the length of a canal, the home district of a mine.
- Rajasthan is the biggest State of India by area, and several chapters test the contrast between the arid west and the humid south-east.
- Minerals, irrigation and wildlife are the chapters with the most name-based questions, so keep a list of districts and projects.
- Population questions use Census 2011 figures.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Rajasthan Geography?
This page has 529 practice MCQs on Rajasthan Geography. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Rajasthan geography set cover?
Thirteen chapters: location, extent and physiography; rivers and lakes; climate; natural vegetation, biodiversity and conservation; soils; agriculture; livestock and animal husbandry; irrigation; minerals; population; urbanisation; tribes; and tourism.
Is Rajasthan geography in the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. RPSC lists Geography of Rajasthan as a separate part of the syllabus, including location, rivers, climate, vegetation, soil, agriculture, livestock, irrigation, population, urbanisation and tribes, after the world and India sections.
How can I prepare Rajasthan geography quickly?
Keep a Rajasthan map and mark every river, dam, mine, sanctuary and fair that appears. Attempt each chapter, read the explanations and revise the numbers: area, population, density and canal lengths.