Q221. Which of the following is a correct statement regarding the agro-climatic needs of Jowar (Sorghum) 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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Q222. 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.
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.
Q223. 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.
Q224. 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?
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.
Q225. 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.
Q226. 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.
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.
Q227. 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.
Q228. 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?
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.
Q229. 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.
Q230. Which of the following statements about Mustard as an oilseed crop in Rajasthan is incorrect?
Explanation
Mustard is the backbone of the edible oil industry of the State, is often mixed with wheat or gram and is attacked by aphids. It does not need standing water throughout maturation, so C is incorrect.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 221 | (a) It is heat and drought tolerant, often called the ‘camel crop’. |
| 222 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 223 | (b) Bikaner |
| 224 | (b) I, II and IV |
| 225 | (a) Moth - Drought resistant, grown mainly in arid western districts. |
| 226 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I. |
| 227 | (b) 40 - 45 percent |
| 228 | (b) III only |
| 229 | (d) Availability of alluvial soils and moderate irrigation facilities. |
| 230 | (c) It requires standing water in the fields during the entire maturation phase. |
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.