Q131. Which of the following is an "Odd one out" regarding the traditional conservation practices in Rajasthan?
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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Q132. Read Statement I and Statement II carefully and choose the correct option:
Statement I: The Rohida tree produces vibrant flowers that are usually yellow, orange, or red.
Statement II: The blooming of Rohida flowers typically occurs during the peak winter months of December and January.
Statement I: The Rohida tree produces vibrant flowers that are usually yellow, orange, or red.
Statement II: The blooming of Rohida flowers typically occurs during the peak winter months of December and January.
Explanation
The Rohida tree has showy yellow, orange or red flowers, so Statement I is correct. It blooms in the spring, from about February to April, and not in December and January, so Statement II is incorrect.
Q133. Identify the incorrect pair of a Wildlife Sanctuary and its notable feature.
Explanation
Tal Chhapar is a blackbuck habitat, Sitamata has flying squirrels and the National Chambal Sanctuary protects the gharial. Kumbhalgarh does not have mangroves, as mangroves are a coastal vegetation, so D is incorrect.
Q134. Which of the following represents the correct spatial sequence of Rajasthan’s Tiger Reserves from North to South?
Explanation
Geographically, Rajasthan’s tiger reserves are distributed from north to south starting with Sariska in the Alwar district. Moving south, Ranthambore is located in the Sawai Madhopur district. Finally, Mukundra Hills is situated further south in the Kota and Jhalawar regions. This north-to-south alignment follows the eastern and southeastern belts of the state’s forested and hilly landscapes.
Q135. Consider the following statements regarding the Subtropical Evergreen Forests in Rajasthan:
I. They constitute less than 1% of the total forest area in Rajasthan.
II. They are restricted to the high-altitude zone of Mount Abu.
III. They are characterized by species that shed all their leaves simultaneously in winter.
IV. They feature a dense undergrowth of shrubs and climbers.
V. They receive an average annual rainfall exceeding 150 cm.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. They constitute less than 1% of the total forest area in Rajasthan.
II. They are restricted to the high-altitude zone of Mount Abu.
III. They are characterized by species that shed all their leaves simultaneously in winter.
IV. They feature a dense undergrowth of shrubs and climbers.
V. They receive an average annual rainfall exceeding 150 cm.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Subtropical evergreen forests are rare in Rajasthan, covering less than 1% of the forest area and limited to Mount Abu’s high altitudes. They thrive on rainfall exceeding 150 cm and feature dense undergrowth. Unlike deciduous forests, the species here do not shed all their leaves simultaneously, maintaining green cover throughout the year due to the consistent moisture and cooler temperatures.
Q136. In which year was the Chinkara officially declared as the State Animal (wildlife category) of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Chinkara, or Indian Gazelle, was officially declared the State Animal of Rajasthan in the year 1981. This designation was part of an effort to highlight and protect the unique wildlife of the arid Thar Desert. The Chinkara is celebrated for its grace and its remarkable physiological ability to thrive in extremely dry conditions with very little water.
Q137. Match the items in List I with those in List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Fauna | Distinctive Trait/Habitat characteristic |
|---|---|
| A. Chinkara | i. Heavy flying bird of arid grasslands |
| B. Great Indian Bustard | ii. Apex predator of deciduous ecosystems |
| C. Tiger | iii. Migratory bird relying on wetlands |
| D. Siberian Crane | iv. Small antelope adapted to low water intake |
Explanation
Each of Rajasthan’s key fauna species has unique ecological adaptations. The Chinkara is a small antelope requiring very little water. The Great Indian Bustard is a heavy bird adapted to open arid grasslands. Tigers are the apex predators in deciduous forest ecosystems like Ranthambore. The Siberian crane was a famous migratory bird that depended on the wetland habitats of Bharatpur.
Q138. The following question consists of two statements -- Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option.
Assertion (A): Ranthambore National Park is an ideal and thriving habitat for Bengal tigers.
Reason (R): It offers a rich prey base and a mix of dry deciduous forests, open grassy meadows, and adequate water bodies.
Assertion (A): Ranthambore National Park is an ideal and thriving habitat for Bengal tigers.
Reason (R): It offers a rich prey base and a mix of dry deciduous forests, open grassy meadows, and adequate water bodies.
Explanation
Ranthambore National Park is considered a premier tiger habitat because it provides all the necessary ecological requirements. The park features a diverse landscape of dry deciduous forests for cover, grassy meadows for prey, and permanent water bodies like Padam Talao. This combination supports a high density of ungulates, ensuring a rich prey base that allows the tiger population to thrive.
Q139. Which of the following is not a characteristic of Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Tropical dry deciduous forests in Rajasthan are characterized by trees like Dhok and Tendu that shed their leaves in summer to conserve water. These forests grow in regions receiving 50-100 cm of rainfall. However, they do not have a dense canopy like rainforests; instead, the canopy is relatively open, allowing sunlight to reach the ground and support various grasses and shrubs.
Q140. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the historical background of Sariska?
Explanation
Before becoming a protected area, Sariska was the private hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Alwar. It was officially declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1955 and later became a tiger reserve under Project Tiger in 1978. Its history as a royal reserve helped preserve the forest cover and its wildlife population before modern conservation laws were enacted across India.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 131 | (b) Commercial clear-cutting |
| 132 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect. |
| 133 | (d) Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary - Mangrove vegetation |
| 134 | (a) Sariska - Ranthambore - Mukundra Hills |
| 135 | (a) I, II, IV and V |
| 136 | (b) 1981 |
| 137 | (a) A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii |
| 138 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 139 | (c) The canopy is dense, preventing sunlight from reaching the ground. |
| 140 | (b) It was historically the hunting reserve of the Alwar State. |
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.