28 RAS Prelims MCQs on irrigation in Rajasthan cover the sources of irrigation, the canals and the major dams. The Indira Gandhi Canal, the Gang Canal, the Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project and the dams on the Chambal are asked with their lengths, locations and sharing arrangements, and the explanations give the reason for artificial irrigation.
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 Geography · Irrigation in Rajasthan
Q21. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Dam
District/Location
A. Jawai Dam
i. Tonk
B. Bisalpur Dam
ii. Chittorgarh
C. Mahi Bajaj Sagar Dam
iii. Pali
D. Rana Pratap Sagar Dam
iv. Banswara
Explanation
Irrigation dams in Rajasthan are strategically located. The Jawai Dam is in Pali, often called the lifeline of Marwar. Bisalpur Dam, the state’s largest, is situated in Tonk. Mahi Bajaj Sagar Dam is located in Banswara to serve tribal areas. Rana Pratap Sagar, a major hydroelectric and irrigation structure on the Chambal River, is situated in the Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Irrigation in Rajasthan
Q22. Identify the odd one out among the following reservoirs in Rajasthan based on their respective river basins:
Explanation
Bisalpur, Meja, and Isarda dams are all part of the Banas River basin or its tributaries. In contrast, the Jawai Dam is built on the Jawai River, which is a major tributary of the Luni River. This makes the Jawai Dam a part of the Luni basin, distinguishing it from the other reservoirs that belong to the Banas drainage system geographically.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Irrigation in Rajasthan
Q23. Consider the following districts: I. Kota II. Bundi III. Baran IV. Jhalawar V. Bikaner Which of the above districts constitute the principal command area for the Chambal Canal irrigation system in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Chambal Canal irrigation system is a major contributor to the agricultural output of south-eastern Rajasthan. The principal command area for this network encompasses the districts of Kota, Bundi, and Baran. These districts benefit from an extensive network of canals originating from the Kota Barrage, enabling the cultivation of various cash crops and enhancing local rural economies through reliable water.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Irrigation in Rajasthan
Q24. Which project is primarily dedicated to bringing water to the tribal-dominated regions of southern Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project is a vital multi-purpose venture designed to promote the welfare of the tribal populations in southern Rajasthan. By harnessing the waters of the Mahi River, it provides irrigation and drinking water primarily to the Banswara and Dungarpur districts. This project has been instrumental in improving the agricultural productivity and socio-economic status of these southern tribal regions.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Irrigation in Rajasthan
Q25. What is the proportion of financial and water sharing between Rajasthan and Gujarat respectively in the Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project?
Explanation
In the Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project the cost and water are shared between Rajasthan and Gujarat in the ratio 45:55.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Irrigation in Rajasthan
Q26. Select the correct sequence of the major dams constructed on the Chambal River from downstream (North) to upstream (South):
Explanation
Going from the downstream end, the Chambal dams are the Kota Barrage, Jawahar Sagar, Rana Pratap Sagar and Gandhi Sagar, with Gandhi Sagar farthest upstream in Madhya Pradesh.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Irrigation in Rajasthan
Q27. The Mahi Bajaj Sagar dam is physically located in which of the following districts?
Explanation
The Mahi Bajaj Sagar dam is in the Banswara district, on the Mahi river.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Irrigation in Rajasthan
Q28. According to the bilateral agreement for the Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project, how is the generated hydroelectricity distributed?
Explanation
By the agreement for the Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project, the hydroelectricity is allocated to Rajasthan, and the water and cost are shared in a different ratio.
Rajasthan depends on artificial irrigation because of low and erratic rainfall; wells and tube wells give the highest share of irrigated area.
The Indira Gandhi Feeder Canal is 204 km long up to its entry into Rajasthan; the last operational point of the canal is at Gadra Road.
The Gang Canal, the oldest modern canal system of Rajasthan, starts at Husainiwala on the Sutlej and was completed in 1927 under Maharaja Ganga Singh.
The Mahi Bajaj Sagar dam is in Banswara; Rajasthan and Gujarat share its costs and water in the ratio 45:55.
The Chambal dams from downstream to upstream are Kota Barrage, Jawahar Sagar, Rana Pratap Sagar and Gandhi Sagar.
Dungarpur is outside the Indira Gandhi Canal command area.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Irrigation in Rajasthan?
This page has 28 practice MCQs on Irrigation in Rajasthan (Rajasthan Geography). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which is the oldest modern canal system of Rajasthan?
The Gang Canal, built under Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner and completed in 1927. It begins at Husainiwala on the Sutlej and brought water to the Sri Ganganagar area.
Where does the Indira Gandhi Canal end?
At Gadra Road in Barmer district, which is the last operational point of the canal. The canal is the longest in India and brings Himalayan water to the Thar desert.
How is the Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project shared?
Rajasthan and Gujarat share the project in the ratio 45:55 for the cost and the water. The dam is on the Mahi river in Banswara district, and the hydroelectricity is allocated under the agreement between the two States.
