Q321. Identify the correctly matched pair regarding non-metallic minerals and their major deposit area 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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Q322. The world-famous white marble used in the construction of the Taj Mahal and the Victoria Memorial was primarily sourced from which of the following mining locations in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The white marble of the Taj Mahal and the Victoria Memorial came from Makrana in the Nagaur district of Rajasthan.
Q323. Which of the following is the most appropriate reason for the continuous emphasis on mineral beneficiation in Rajasthan’s mining sector?
Explanation
Beneficiation upgrades low-grade ores to the standards industry needs. It is emphasised because high-grade ores are depleting.
Q324. Consider the following prominent mineral mining centres of Rajasthan and arrange them from North to South geographically:
I. Khetri (Jhunjhunu)
II. Rampura-Agucha (Bhilwara)
III. Zawar (Udaipur)
IV. Rajpura-Dariba (Rajsamand)
Which of the following represents the correct sequence?
I. Khetri (Jhunjhunu)
II. Rampura-Agucha (Bhilwara)
III. Zawar (Udaipur)
IV. Rajpura-Dariba (Rajsamand)
Which of the following represents the correct sequence?
Explanation
From north to south the centres are Khetri in Jhunjhunu, Rampura-Agucha in Bhilwara, Rajpura-Dariba in Rajsamand and Zawar in Udaipur.
Q325. Read the given statements and select the correct answer from the options provided:
Statement I: Bhilwara and Ajmer are the principal mica-producing districts in Rajasthan.
Statement II: Mica from Rajasthan is primarily utilized in the electrical and electronics industry due to its excellent insulating properties.
Statement I: Bhilwara and Ajmer are the principal mica-producing districts in Rajasthan.
Statement II: Mica from Rajasthan is primarily utilized in the electrical and electronics industry due to its excellent insulating properties.
Explanation
Bhilwara and Ajmer are the leading districts for mica production in Rajasthan, often referred to as the mica belt. Mica is highly valued for its excellent insulating properties and high thermal resistance. These characteristics make it an indispensable material in the electrical and electronics industry, where it is used to manufacture capacitors, insulators, and other specialized components.
Q326. The red sandstone heavily utilized in the construction of historically and politically significant monuments like the Red Fort and the Parliament House of India is predominantly extracted from which districts of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The red and pink sandstone used in historic buildings like the Red Fort and the Parliament House is primarily extracted from Dholpur and Bharatpur districts. This sedimentary rock is prized for its uniform texture, durability, and ease of carving. Rajasthan’s sandstone industry provides essential building materials for national monuments, showcasing the state’s significant contribution to India’s architectural heritage.
Q327. Identify the odd one out concerning the major districts known for significant mica deposits and mica-brick manufacturing in Rajasthan:
Explanation
Bhilwara, Ajmer, and Tonk are well-known for their mica deposits, forming the principal mica-producing belt of Rajasthan. Bhilwara is especially famous for its mica-brick manufacturing industry. Jaisalmer, located in the western desert, is primarily known for limestone, gypsum, and hydrocarbons, but does not possess significant commercial mica deposits, making it the odd one out in this context.
Q328. Consider the following statements regarding Granite distribution in Rajasthan:
I. Granite is an intrusive igneous rock widely distributed across multiple districts of Rajasthan.
II. Jalore is famously recognized as the ‘Granite City’ of Rajasthan.
III. The granite industry in Rajasthan is exclusively limited to the production of black granite.
IV. Granite mining involves modern mechanized wire-saw techniques to extract large blocks.
V. Barmer and Sirohi are also notable districts for diverse granite deposits.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Granite is an intrusive igneous rock widely distributed across multiple districts of Rajasthan.
II. Jalore is famously recognized as the ‘Granite City’ of Rajasthan.
III. The granite industry in Rajasthan is exclusively limited to the production of black granite.
IV. Granite mining involves modern mechanized wire-saw techniques to extract large blocks.
V. Barmer and Sirohi are also notable districts for diverse granite deposits.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Granite is an intrusive igneous rock found in various colors across Rajasthan, including pink, red, and black. Jalore is known as the ‘Granite City’ due to its massive production capacity. Modern techniques like wire-sawing are used for extraction in Barmer and Sirohi. The industry is diverse and not limited exclusively to black granite, making the third statement incorrect.
Q329. Which of the following statements concerning Limestone deposits in Rajasthan is correct?
Explanation
The Sanu area in Jaisalmer is famous for producing high-grade steel melting shop (SMS) limestone, which is essential for the steel industry. Limestone is actually abundant in several western districts, and it is a non-metallic sedimentary rock, not a metallic ore. Rajasthan is a leading producer of limestone, supplying both its domestic cement industry and other states.
Q330. The Jamsar mine, historically recognized as one of the largest deposits of its kind in India, is famous for the extraction of which mineral?
Explanation
The Jamsar mine in Bikaner district is historically one of the largest and most significant gypsum deposits in India. It has been a major source of gypsum for decades, supporting the agricultural sector for soil reclamation and the construction industry for manufacturing plaster and cement. The geological formations in the Bikaner basin facilitate the occurrence of these extensive deposits.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 321 | (a) Rock Phosphate -- Jhamarkotra |
| 322 | (b) Makrana |
| 323 | (b) To scientifically upgrade low-grade mineral ores to industrial standards |
| 324 | (a) I, II, IV, III |
| 325 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct |
| 326 | (d) Dholpur and Bharatpur |
| 327 | (b) Jaisalmer |
| 328 | (b) I, II, IV and V only |
| 329 | (d) Sanu area in Jaisalmer is renowned for producing high-grade steel melting shop (SMS) limestone |
| 330 | (a) Gypsum |
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.