Q441. Select the correct sequence of the top four cities of Rajasthan arranged in descending order based on their total population (Census 2011).
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.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
Showing 441–450 of 529 questions
Browse Rajasthan Geography chapters
Q442. In which year was the desert city of Bikaner founded by Rao Bika?
Explanation
Bikaner was founded by Rao Bika in 1488.
Q443. Consider the following statements about Ajmer as a historical and religious urban center.
I. It is renowned for the Dargah of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
II. Pushkar, a town situated very close to Ajmer, is famous for the Brahma Temple.
III. Ajmer was the capital of the Chauhan dynasty before the establishment of the Delhi Sultanate.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It is renowned for the Dargah of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
II. Pushkar, a town situated very close to Ajmer, is famous for the Brahma Temple.
III. Ajmer was the capital of the Chauhan dynasty before the establishment of the Delhi Sultanate.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Ajmer has the Dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, Pushkar with the Brahma Temple is close by and Ajmer was the capital of the Chauhans before the Delhi Sultanate. All three statements are correct.
Q444. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A): Over the last two decades, Kota has experienced a unique demographic shift with a massive influx of a young floating population.
Reason (R): Kota has emerged as a premier national hub for engineering and medical entrance coaching institutes.
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A): Over the last two decades, Kota has experienced a unique demographic shift with a massive influx of a young floating population.
Reason (R): Kota has emerged as a premier national hub for engineering and medical entrance coaching institutes.
Explanation
Kota has seen a large influx of young students because it is a premier national centre for engineering and medical entrance coaching. This is why its floating population has risen, so R explains A.
Q445. Which of the following statements incorrectly characterizes the urban growth of Bikaner?
Explanation
Bikaner was a transit point on the caravan routes, depends on the Indira Gandhi Canal for water and is known for red sandstone havelis. Its economy is not devoid of agricultural processing and not based only on heavy metals, so C is incorrect.
Q446. Which of the following is not considered a primary contributor to the industrial economy of Kota city?
Explanation
Kota has chemical and fertiliser plants, thermal and atomic power and Kota Doria weaving. It is not a coastal city, so offshore oil drilling is not a part of its economy.
Q447. Match List-I with List-II regarding historic cities and their founders and select the correct answer using the codes given below.
| Historic City | Founder |
|---|---|
| A. Jaipur | i. Rao Jodha |
| B. Jodhpur | ii. Maharana Udai Singh II |
| C. Udaipur | iii. Sawai Jai Singh II |
| D. Ajmer | iv. Ajayapala Chauhan |
Explanation
Jaipur was founded by Sawai Jai Singh II, Jodhpur by Rao Jodha, Udaipur by Maharana Udai Singh II and Ajmer by Ajayapala Chauhan, according to this list. This gives A-iii, B-i, C-ii, D-iv.
Q448. Which committee recommended making Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan upon the integration of princely states?
Explanation
During the integration of Rajasthan’s princely states, the B.R. Patel Committee was appointed to resolve disputes regarding the location of the capital and various high-level state offices. The committee recommended Jaipur as the permanent capital of the unified state. Consequently, other important administrative departments, such as the High Court and the Revenue Board, were allocated to other major cities.
Q449. According to the 2011 Census, which of the following closely represents the percentage of the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in the total population of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The 2011 Census indicates that Scheduled Tribes constitute a significant portion of Rajasthan’s population. Specifically, they account for approximately thirteen point five percent of the total state population. This demographic is primarily concentrated in the southern and southeastern regions, contributing significantly to the state’s rich cultural diversity and historical heritage through various unique tribal communities and traditions.
Q450. Match the major tribes of Rajasthan in List-I with their primary geographical concentration in List-II.
| Tribe | Geographical Concentration |
|---|---|
| A. Saharia | i. Dungarpur |
| B. Garasia | ii. Baran |
| C. Damor | iii. Jaipur and Dausa |
| D. Meena | iv. Sirohi and Pali |
Explanation
Tribal communities in Rajasthan are geographically distributed across specific regions based on historical and environmental factors. Saharias are primarily located in the Baran district, while the Garasia tribe is found in Sirohi and Pali. The Damor community is concentrated in Dungarpur, and the Meena tribe has a substantial presence in the eastern districts of Jaipur and Dausa.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 441 | (a) Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Bikaner |
| 442 | (b) 1488 |
| 443 | (d) I, II, and III |
| 444 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 445 | (c) Its economy is entirely devoid of agricultural processing and is strictly based on heavy metal industries. |
| 446 | (a) Large-scale offshore oil drilling |
| 447 | (a) A-iii, B-i, C-ii, D-iv |
| 448 | (b) B.R. Patel Committee |
| 449 | (b) 13.5 percent |
| 450 | (a) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii |
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.