62 RAS Prelims MCQs on agriculture in Rajasthan cover the main crops, their districts and ranks, and the conditions that suit each. Bajra, mustard, gram, wheat, cumin and moth are asked along with the share of agriculture in the State economy, and the explanations give the climate and soil reasons.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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Q21. Consider the following statements regarding Maize cultivation in Rajasthan: I. Maize requires high temperatures and well-drained loamy soils. II. The red loam soil of southern Rajasthan is highly suitable for its cultivation. III. It is primarily cultivated as a Kharif crop across the state. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Maize is primarily a Kharif crop in Rajasthan that thrives in well-drained loamy soils and requires high temperatures. The red loam soils found in southern districts like Udaipur are particularly suited for its growth. It serves as a vital food source and livestock fodder. All these factors combined make the southern and south-eastern regions the heartland of maize production.
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Q22. Which of the following is a correct statement regarding the agro-climatic needs of Jowar (Sorghum) in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Jowar, or Sorghum, is famously known as the ‘camel crop’ because of its exceptional ability to withstand extreme heat and prolonged periods of drought. It requires less water than many other cereals and can produce grain under stressful conditions. This makes it a highly valuable crop for the semi-arid central regions of Rajasthan where water availability is often inconsistent.
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Q23. The following question consists of two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Select the correct answer using the codes given below: Assertion (A): Rajasthan is one of the leading producers of pulses like Moong and Moth in India. Reason (R): These leguminous crops are drought-resistant, require minimal irrigation, and adapt well to the arid conditions of the state.
Explanation
Rajasthan is a national leader in the production of pulses such as Moong and Moth. These leguminous crops are inherently drought-resistant and have minimal irrigation requirements, allowing them to adapt perfectly to the state’s arid climate. Their ability to fix nitrogen also helps maintain soil health in sandy terrains, explaining why they are so extensively cultivated across the state.
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Q24. Which of the following districts is traditionally recognized as a leading producer of Gram (Chana) in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Bikaner is traditionally recognized as a leading district for the production of Gram, a vital Rabi pulse.
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Q25. Consider the following statements regarding the national significance of pulses from Rajasthan: I. Rajasthan often ranks among the top three states in overall pulse production in India. II. Cultivation of pulses helps in nitrogen fixation, thereby improving the fertility of sandy soils. III. Moth bean is exclusively cultivated for export to European markets. IV. Pulses constitute a major source of protein for the vegetarian population of the state. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Rajasthan is among the top States in pulse production, pulses fix nitrogen and improve sandy soils and they are a major source of protein for vegetarians. Moth bean is not grown only for export to Europe, so III is wrong.
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Q26. Which of the following pairs of Pulse Crop and its associated characteristic/region is correctly matched?
Explanation
Moth is a drought-resistant pulse grown mainly in the arid western districts. Moong does not need very heavy rain and gram is a Rabi crop, so the other pairs are wrong.
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Q27. Consider the following statements and select the correct option: Statement I: Gram (Chana) cultivation in Rajasthan sees major fluctuations in production from year to year. Statement II: Gram is highly susceptible to frost during the winter season and depends heavily on residual soil moisture.
Explanation
Gram production in Rajasthan fluctuates from year to year, because the crop is highly susceptible to frost in winter and depends heavily on residual soil moisture. Statement II explains Statement I.
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Q28. Rajasthan is the top producer of Mustard in India. It generally accounts for approximately what percentage of the total national mustard production?
Explanation
Rajasthan is the top mustard producer in India and generally accounts for about 40 to 45 per cent of the national production.
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Q29. Consider the following statements regarding Mustard cultivation in Rajasthan: I. It is primarily a Rabi season oilseed crop. II. Alwar, Bharatpur, and Ganganagar are among the leading producing districts. III. It requires 100-150 cm of heavy rainfall for proper pod development. IV. Frost during the flowering stage can cause severe damage to the crop. V. The crop requires well-drained, sandy loam to clay loam soils. Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Mustard is a Rabi oilseed, Alwar, Bharatpur and Ganganagar are leading districts, frost at flowering harms it and it needs well-drained sandy loam to clay loam. It does not need 100 to 150 cm of heavy rain, so III is incorrect.
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Q30. What is the primary cause of Mustard being highly dominant in the eastern districts of Rajasthan (like Bharatpur and Alwar)?
Explanation
Mustard dominates the eastern districts such as Bharatpur and Alwar because they have alluvial soils and moderate irrigation facilities.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(d) I, II and III
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(a) It is heat and drought tolerant, often called the ‘camel crop’.
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(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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(b) Bikaner
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(b) I, II and IV
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(a) Moth - Drought resistant, grown mainly in arid western districts.
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(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I.
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(b) 40 - 45 percent
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(b) III only
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(d) Availability of alluvial soils and moderate irrigation facilities.
Key facts from Agriculture in Rajasthan
Agriculture and allied activities contribute about 28 to 30 per cent of the State economy.
Rajasthan ranks first in bajra production and is the top producer of mustard, with about 40 to 45 per cent of national output.
Mustard dominates the eastern districts, like Bharatpur and Alwar, because of alluvial soils and moderate irrigation; Ganganagar and Hanumangarh lead in wheat.
Bikaner is a leading producer of gram, which is sensitive to frost and depends on residual moisture.
Cumin is grown in Jalore, Barmer and Jodhpur, where the cool, dry winter and light sandy-loam soil suit it, and Rajasthan is one of the leading producers of cumin in India.
Moth is a drought-resistant pulse of the arid west; pulses fix nitrogen and improve sandy soils.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Agriculture in Rajasthan?
This page has 62 practice MCQs on Agriculture in Rajasthan (Rajasthan Geography). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which crop does Rajasthan lead India in?
Rajasthan ranks first in bajra (pearl millet) and in mustard, where it produces about 40 to 45 per cent of the national output. It is also a leading producer of pulses and spices like cumin.
Why is mustard concentrated in eastern Rajasthan?
Because the eastern districts, such as Bharatpur and Alwar, have alluvial soils and moderate irrigation facilities, and mustard is a Rabi crop that needs a cool, dry climate during October and November.
Where is cumin grown in Rajasthan?
Mainly in Jalore, Barmer and Jodhpur. The cool, dry winter climate and light sandy-loam soil of this region suit the crop, and Rajasthan is one of the leading producers of cumin in India.
