Q371. According to the Census of India 2011, what is the exact recorded total population of 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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Q372. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Rajasthan recorded a negative decadal population growth rate during the 1911- 1921 decade.
Reason (R): The 1911-1921 period witnessed severe famines and the devastating influenza epidemic which caused high mortality.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Rajasthan recorded a negative decadal population growth rate during the 1911- 1921 decade.
Reason (R): The 1911-1921 period witnessed severe famines and the devastating influenza epidemic which caused high mortality.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Explanation
Between 1911 and 1921, Rajasthan experienced a rare negative population growth rate. This demographic decline resulted directly from external environmental and health crises, specifically devastating famines and the widespread influenza epidemic. These factors led to exceptionally high mortality rates across the region, making this decade unique in the state’s recorded census history for its population shrinkage.
Q373. Which of the following statements correctly compares the overall sex ratio of Rajasthan with the national average as per the 2011 Census?
Explanation
According to the 2011 Census, Rajasthan has an overall sex ratio of nine hundred twenty-eight females for every one thousand males. When compared to the national demographic data, this figure is notably lower than the Indian average of nine hundred forty-three. Such statistics highlight the continuing gender imbalance within the state despite various government-led social initiatives and improvements.
Q374. Match the districts in List I with their population density in 2011 in List II:
Codes:
| Districts | Population Density 2011 |
|---|---|
| A. Jaipur | i. 438 |
| B. Bharatpur | ii. 476 |
| C. Dausa | iii. 503 |
| D. Alwar | iv. 595 |
Explanation
The population density across Rajasthan varies significantly by district based on geographical and economic factors. In 2011, Jaipur recorded the highest density at five hundred ninety-five persons per square kilometer. Bharatpur followed with five hundred three, Dausa with four hundred seventy-six, and Alwar with four hundred thirty-eight, reflecting the higher concentration of residents in the eastern regions.
Q375. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the literacy rates in Rajasthan according to the 2011 Census.
Explanation
Official census data from 2011 reveals that Rajasthan’s literacy landscape has notable gender disparities. While the overall and male literacy figures are quite high, the female literacy rate is significantly lower than seventy-five percent, actually standing at approximately fifty-two percent. This discrepancy results in a substantial gender gap exceeding twenty-five points, indicating a need for targeted educational interventions.
Q376. Consider the following statements regarding the literacy gap in Rajasthan:
I. Kota district has the highest female literacy rate in the state.
II. Jhunjhunu district holds the highest male literacy rate.
III. Jalore district recorded the lowest overall literacy rate as well as the lowest female literacy rate.
Which of the combinations of the above statements is correct?
I. Kota district has the highest female literacy rate in the state.
II. Jhunjhunu district holds the highest male literacy rate.
III. Jalore district recorded the lowest overall literacy rate as well as the lowest female literacy rate.
Which of the combinations of the above statements is correct?
Explanation
Demographic analysis of Rajasthan in 2011 shows distinct regional literacy trends. Kota leads the state in female literacy, while Jhunjhunu maintains the highest rate for males. Conversely, Jalore faces significant educational challenges, recording the lowest overall literacy rate and the lowest female literacy rate in the state. These variations highlight the uneven distribution of educational progress across districts.
Q377. Which among the following is the primary demographic reason for the exceptionally high population growth rate in Rajasthan between 1971 and 1981?
Explanation
Rajasthan’s highest decadal population growth occurred between 1971 and 1981, largely due to a phase of demographic transition. During this period, advancements in medical facilities and public health initiatives significantly lowered the mortality rate. However, birth rates remained high during these years, leading to an explosive increase in the total population as the gap between births and deaths widened.
Q378. Arrange the following districts of Rajasthan in descending order of their population density as per the 2011 Census:
A. Alwar
B. Bharatpur
C. Dausa
D. Jaipur
Select the correct order from the options given below:
A. Alwar
B. Bharatpur
C. Dausa
D. Jaipur
Select the correct order from the options given below:
Explanation
In 2011, the eastern districts of Rajasthan exhibited the highest population densities. When arranged in descending order, Jaipur leads with the highest concentration of people, followed by Bharatpur and Dausa. Alwar completes this group with the fourth-highest density. These rankings reflect the favorable agricultural conditions and urban development found in the eastern part of the state compared elsewhere.
Q379. Consider the following statements regarding the distribution of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Rajasthan:
I. Scheduled Castes constitute approximately 17.8 percent of the total population.
II. Scheduled Tribes constitute approximately 13.5 percent of the total population.
III. Banswara has the highest percentage of Scheduled Tribe population in the state.
IV. Ganganagar has the highest percentage of Scheduled Caste population in the state.
Which of the combinations of the above statements is correct?
I. Scheduled Castes constitute approximately 17.8 percent of the total population.
II. Scheduled Tribes constitute approximately 13.5 percent of the total population.
III. Banswara has the highest percentage of Scheduled Tribe population in the state.
IV. Ganganagar has the highest percentage of Scheduled Caste population in the state.
Which of the combinations of the above statements is correct?
Explanation
Scheduled Castes are about 17.8 per cent and Scheduled Tribes about 13.5 per cent of the population of Rajasthan. Banswara has the highest percentage of ST population and Ganganagar the highest percentage of SC population. All four statements are correct.
Q380. What was the decadal population growth rate of Rajasthan during the period 2001-2011?
Explanation
The decadal population growth rate of Rajasthan from 2001 to 2011 was 21.3 per cent.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 371 | (b) 6,85,48,437 |
| 372 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 373 | (c) Rajasthan’s sex ratio is 928, which is lower than the national average of 943. |
| 374 | (a) A-iv, B-iii, C-ii, D-i |
| 375 | (c) The female literacy rate is 75.4 percent, matching the male literacy rate. |
| 376 | (b) I, II, and III |
| 377 | (d) Rapidly declining death rates with high birth rates due to medical advances. |
| 378 | (a) D, B, C, A |
| 379 | (c) I, II, III, and IV |
| 380 | (a) 21.3 percent |
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.