Q61. Which statement is correct regarding the implementation of the PM-KUSUM scheme in Rajasthan?
Agriculture in Rajasthan: RAS Prelims MCQs
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.
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Q62. Which of the following pairs of Agricultural Scheme and its primary Objective in Rajasthan is incorrectly matched?
Explanation
The Tarbandi Yojana is incorrectly matched; its primary objective is to provide financial assistance to farmers for fencing their fields with barbed wire to protect crops from stray animals. Other schemes are correctly described: the Agro-processing policy promotes exports, Diggi Nirman supports water storage in canals, and the Krishak Sathi Yojana provides aid for accidents during farming activities.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 61 | (c) Bhaloji, Jaipur set up the first solar power plant under the scheme. |
| 62 | (d) Tarbandi Yojana - Distributing high-yielding seeds to marginal farmers |
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.