Q21. Which committee recommended making Jaipur the capital of Rajasthan upon the integration of princely states?
Urbanization in Rajasthan: RAS Prelims MCQs
21 RAS Prelims MCQs on urbanisation in Rajasthan cover the level of urbanisation, the history of its cities and the character of its towns. The first municipality, the founders of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Ajmer, Kota’s coaching economy, Bikaner’s growth and industrial towns like Bhilwara are asked as facts, matches and statements.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 21 | (b) B.R. Patel Committee |
Key facts from Urbanization in Rajasthan
- The level of urbanisation in Rajasthan was 24.87 per cent in the 2011 Census.
- Mount Abu was the first municipality established in Rajasthan in the British period.
- The B. R. Patel Committee recommended Jaipur as the capital of Rajasthan.
- Jaipur was founded by Sawai Jai Singh II, Jodhpur by Rao Jodha, Udaipur by Maharana Udai Singh II and Bikaner by Rao Bika in 1488.
- Kota has an industrial base in chemicals, fertilisers and power, and a large floating student population because of its coaching institutes.
- Bhilwara is an industrial city heavily reliant on textiles; the order of the top four cities in 2011 was Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota and Bikaner.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Urbanization in Rajasthan?
This page has 21 practice MCQs on Urbanization in Rajasthan (Rajasthan Geography). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
What was the level of urbanisation in Rajasthan in 2011?
24.87 per cent of the population lived in urban areas according to the 2011 Census, below the national average of about 31 per cent, so most people in the State still live in villages.
Which was the first municipality of Rajasthan?
Mount Abu, established in the British period. Its cool climate made it a hill station and the summer headquarters of the Rajputana Agency, and the town has a long record of local government.
Why does Kota have a large young population?
Because it has become a national hub of coaching institutes for engineering and medical entrance examinations. Students from across India stay in the city, forming a large floating population.