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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RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q141. Consider the following statements regarding wildlife protection in Rajasthan: I. The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 is the primary legislation governing wildlife sanctuaries in the state. II. The Great Indian Bustard is legally protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act. III. Poaching of Chinkara is permitted during specific religious festivals. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Wildlife conservation in Rajasthan is governed by the Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972. Endangered species like the Great Indian Bustard are listed under Schedule I, providing them with the highest level of legal protection. Contrary to statement III, poaching or hunting any protected animal like the Chinkara is strictly illegal and punishable by law, regardless of religious festivals or traditions.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q142. Which two districts primarily share the geographical area of the Desert National Park?
Explanation
The Desert National Park is shared mainly by the districts of Jaisalmer and Barmer.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q143. Which specific habitat type is most critical for the nesting and breeding of the Great Indian Bustard?
Explanation
The Great Indian Bustard nests and breeds in open dry scrublands and undisturbed grasslands.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q144. Match the items in List I with those in List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Forest/Vegetation Class
Typical Rainfall Requirement
A. Desert Vegetation
i. Less than 25 cm
B. Tropical Thorn Forests
ii. 25 cm to 50 cm
C. Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests
iii. 50 cm to 100 cm
D. Subtropical Evergreen Forests
iv. Above 150 cm
Explanation
Desert vegetation needs less than 25 cm of rain, thorn forests 25 to 50 cm, dry deciduous forests 50 to 100 cm and subtropical evergreen forests above 150 cm. This gives A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q145. Consider the following natural vegetation types of Rajasthan: I. Subtropical Evergreen Forests II. Tropical Thorn Forests III. Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests Which of the following represents the correct sequence in descending order based on their approximate geographical area coverage in the state?
Explanation
By area, tropical thorn forests cover the most, then tropical dry deciduous forests and then subtropical evergreen forests, which are found only at Mount Abu. The order is II, III, I.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q146. Keoladeo Ghana National Park relies heavily on artificial water supply during dry months. Which rivers historically feed the wetland system of this park?
Explanation
The Banganga and the Gambhiri rivers historically feed the wetland system of Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q147. Identify the incorrect statement concerning the ecological adaptation of flora in the Mount Abu region.
Explanation
The flora of Mount Abu is adapted to higher humidity, has evergreen and semi-evergreen species and has epiphytes like orchids. Deep taproots adapted only to desert sand are not typical there, so D is incorrect.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q148. What is considered the most appropriate and sustainable method to combat desertification and stabilize sand dunes in western Rajasthan?
Explanation
Stabilising sand dunes by afforestation with indigenous xerophytes like Khejri and Rohida is the most sustainable method. Water-intensive crops, clearing scrub or paving the desert would make the problem worse.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q149. Read Statement I and Statement II carefully and choose the correct option: Statement I: The dried pods of the Khejri tree are a vital ingredient in the traditional Rajasthani dish ‘Panchkuta’. Statement II: Khejri trees shed all their leaves during extreme summers, rendering them useless for livestock fodder during droughts.
Explanation
The dried pods of the Khejri, called sangri, are a vital ingredient of the traditional dish Panchkuta, so Statement I is correct. Khejri does not shed all its leaves in summer, and its leaves, called loong, are a valuable fodder in droughts, so Statement II is incorrect.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Natural Vegetation, Biodiversity and Conservation in Rajasthan
Q150. Consider the following adaptive features of vegetation: I. Succulent stems to store water II. Sunken stomata to minimize water loss III. Broad, thin leaves to catch maximum sunlight IV. Long taproot systems to reach deep groundwater V. Buttress roots for stability in waterlogged soils Which of the above combinations represents the adaptations of desert vegetation in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Desert plants in Rajasthan exhibit several xerophytic adaptations to survive in arid conditions. Succulent stems allow them to store water for long periods. Sunken stomata help reduce the rate of transpiration by shielding moisture from direct wind and heat. Furthermore, long taproot systems enable these plants to reach deep-seated groundwater, ensuring a steady water supply even when the surface soil is completely dry.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
141
(a) I and II only
142
(a) Jaisalmer and Barmer
143
(c) Open dry scrublands and undisturbed grasslands.
144
(a) A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv
145
(b) II, III, I
146
(c) Banganga and Gambhiri
147
(d) The plants have deep taproots exclusively adapted to survive in loose desert sand.
148
(a) Afforestation using indigenous xerophytic species like Khejri and Rohida.
149
(c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
150
(a) I, II and IV
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.
