Q41. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Ghaggar river.
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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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Q42. Consider the following statements about the Ghaggar river:
I. It is commonly referred to as the ‘Dead River’ in local parlance.
II. The ancient archaeological site of Kalibangan is situated on its banks.
III. It originates from the western slopes of the Aravalli range in Rajasthan.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
I. It is commonly referred to as the ‘Dead River’ in local parlance.
II. The ancient archaeological site of Kalibangan is situated on its banks.
III. It originates from the western slopes of the Aravalli range in Rajasthan.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Ghaggar River originates in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh, not the Aravalli Range. It is indeed locally known as the ‘Dead River’ due to its seasonal and often dry nature. The historic site of Kalibangan, a major center of the Indus Valley Civilization, is located on its banks, highlighting the river’s importance in providing water to ancient settlements.
Q43. The flood plain of the Ghaggar river in the Hanumangarh and Sriganganagar districts is locally known by which of the following terms?
Explanation
The flat, fertile flood plain of the Ghaggar River in the northern districts of Hanumangarh and Sriganganagar is locally referred to as ‘Nali’. This region is agriculturally productive due to the silt deposited by the river during occasional flows. Understanding such local terminology is essential for studying regional geography and the specific impact of seasonal watercourses on the northern desert landscape.
Q44. The Banganga river, significant for eastern Rajasthan, originates from which of the following locations?
Explanation
The Banganga River originates from the Bairath Hills in the Jaipur Gramin district of Rajasthan. Historically linked to the Mahabharata, it flows through Jaipur, Dausa, and Bharatpur. While it was once a tributary of the Yamuna, it now often disappears in the plains of Bharatpur before reaching its destination, thus being reclassified as a river belonging to the internal drainage system.
Q45. The Banganga river is sometimes referred to as ‘Rindhit Nadi’ (Beheaded River). Which of the following concepts best explains this classification?
Explanation
The Banganga is termed a ‘Beheaded River’ or ‘Rindhit Nadi’ because its lower course has effectively been cut off from its original destination. Previously, it joined the Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh. However, due to reduced water flow and siltation, it now terminates within the plains of Bharatpur. This shift from an open to an internal drainage pattern is a notable change.
Q46. Consider the following statements regarding the Gambhir river:
I. It originates from the hills of Karauli district.
II. It flows through Sawai Madhopur, Bharatpur, and Dholpur before entering Uttar Pradesh.
III. It directly joins the Yamuna river in Uttar Pradesh.
IV. The famous Panchana Dam is constructed on the confluence of its tributaries.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
I. It originates from the hills of Karauli district.
II. It flows through Sawai Madhopur, Bharatpur, and Dholpur before entering Uttar Pradesh.
III. It directly joins the Yamuna river in Uttar Pradesh.
IV. The famous Panchana Dam is constructed on the confluence of its tributaries.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation
The Gambhir river rises in the hills of Karauli district and flows through Sawai Madhopur, Bharatpur and Dholpur before entering Uttar Pradesh, where it joins the Yamuna. The Panchana Dam is built at the confluence of its tributaries. All four statements are correct.
Q47. The Jamwa Ramgarh Dam, historically crucial for the water supply of Jaipur city, is situated on which of the following rivers?
Explanation
The Jamwa Ramgarh Dam, once vital for Jaipur’s water supply, is on the Banganga river.
Q48. Identify the correct statement regarding the tributaries of the Sabarmati river in Rajasthan.
Explanation
The Sabarmati River is fed by several important tributaries in southern Rajasthan, including the Wakal, Hathmati, Meshwa, and Vatrak. These rivers flow through districts like Udaipur and Dungarpur before crossing into Gujarat. They drain the rugged terrain of the southern Aravallis, providing the initial water volume for the Sabarmati, which subsequently becomes a major river serving the neighboring state.
Q49. Arrange the following rivers in descending order of their total length flowing entirely within the geographical boundaries of Rajasthan:
I. Banas
II. Luni
III. Kantli
IV. Kakni
Which of the above represents the correct sequence?
I. Banas
II. Luni
III. Kantli
IV. Kakni
Which of the above represents the correct sequence?
Explanation
When considering river lengths entirely within Rajasthan, the Banas is the longest, followed by the Luni. The internal drainage rivers are generally shorter; the Kantli is a significant seasonal river in the Shekhawati region, while the Kakni is the smallest river of this category, flowing for only a short distance in Jaisalmer. This sequence accurately reflects the varying regional river scales.
Q50. The Kali Sindh river, a major right-bank tributary of the Chambal, enters Rajasthan in which of the following districts?
Explanation
The Kali Sindh River, which originates in the Vindhya Range of Madhya Pradesh, enters Rajasthan at the Jhalawar district. It is a major tributary of the Chambal River and flows through the southeastern part of the state. Its entry point is crucial for the hydrological management of the Hadoti region, where it supports significant irrigation networks and the local economy.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 41 | (d) It ultimately drains into the Arabian Sea near the Gulf of Kutch. |
| 42 | (b) III only |
| 43 | (c) Nali |
| 44 | (a) Bairath Hills |
| 45 | (d) It fails to reach the Yamuna and spreads into the Bharatpur plains. |
| 46 | (d) I, II, III and IV |
| 47 | (c) Banganga |
| 48 | (d) The Wakal, Hathmati, Meshwa, and Vatrak are significant left and right bank tributaries. |
| 49 | (a) I, II, III, IV |
| 50 | (c) Jhalawar |
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.