Q351. Which of the following is the most appropriate description of a ‘Tehsil’ in Rajasthan?
Rajasthan Polity and Administration: RAS Prelims MCQs
619 RAS Prelims practice MCQs on the political and administrative system of Rajasthan are on this page, in 8 chapters. They cover the Governor, Chief Minister and Council of Ministers, the Legislative Assembly, the High Court and subordinate courts, the Chief Secretary and Secretariat, field and district administration, the police, statutory accountability bodies and local self-government. Each question has an answer and an explanation.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
Showing 351–360 of 619 questions
Browse Rajasthan Polity and Administration chapters
Q352. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:
| Designation | Common Source of Recruitment/ Promotion in Rajasthan |
|---|---|
| A. Collector | i. Direct recruitment through Subordinate Services Selection Board |
| B. Sub-Divisional Officer | ii. Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) / IAS |
| C. Tehsildar | iii. Promotion from Naib Tehsildar / RAS |
| D. Patwari | iv. Indian Administrative Service (IAS) |
Explanation
In the Rajasthan administrative structure, the District Collector is an IAS officer, while the Sub- Divisional Officer is usually an RAS or junior IAS officer. Tehsildars are often promoted from Naib Tehsildars or recruited through the RAS. Patwaris, representing the grassroots level, are typically recruited through a direct competitive examination conducted by the state’s subordinate services selection board for local administration.
Q353. Read the following statements and select the correct answer:
Statement I: The District Planning Committee ensures a bottom-up approach to planning.
Statement II: The District Collector has absolute veto power over all resolutions passed by the District Planning Committee.
Statement I: The District Planning Committee ensures a bottom-up approach to planning.
Statement II: The District Collector has absolute veto power over all resolutions passed by the District Planning Committee.
Explanation
The District Planning Committee is designed to ensure a bottom-up approach to regional planning by consolidating inputs from local bodies. This process encourages community participation in development. However, the District Collector does not have absolute veto power over the committee’s resolutions. Decisions are typically made through consensus and democratic deliberation among the elected members from the Zila Parishad and various urban Municipalities.
Q354. Which of the following is not a function of the Patwari?
Explanation
The Patwari’s duties include maintaining crucial land records like Khasra and Khatauni, reporting village epidemics, and assisting in crop-cutting experiments for yield assessment. However, they do not have the legal authority to preside over civil suits regarding land ownership. Such judicial matters are handled by higher-level revenue officers or the civil courts, as the Patwari’s role is primarily administrative and data-oriented.
Q355. Consider the following domains of district administration:
I. Maintenance of Law and Order
II. Land Revenue Administration
III. Civic Amenities provision in large cities independently of municipalities
IV. Implementation of developmental programs
V. Disaster Management
Which of the above statement(s) reflects the core domains of the District Collector’s administration?
I. Maintenance of Law and Order
II. Land Revenue Administration
III. Civic Amenities provision in large cities independently of municipalities
IV. Implementation of developmental programs
V. Disaster Management
Which of the above statement(s) reflects the core domains of the District Collector’s administration?
Explanation
The District Collector’s core administration domains include the maintenance of law and order, land revenue administration, and the implementation of various development programs. They also lead the district’s disaster management efforts. While they coordinate with urban local bodies, the direct provision of civic amenities in large cities is typically the responsibility of specialized Municipal Corporations rather than the Collector’s office itself.
Q356. Who among the following officers chairs the monthly crime review meeting at the district level?
Explanation
The District Magistrate chairs the monthly crime review meeting to oversee the state of law and order within the district. This meeting involves the Superintendent of Police and other senior officials to discuss crime trends, security challenges, and the effectiveness of police measures. By presiding over these reviews, the Magistrate ensures that the district administration and police force are working together cohesively.
Q357. Identify the correct pair regarding land revenue terms.
Explanation
Girdawari is the official process of inspecting crops and assessing harvest conditions on the field. This task is conducted periodically by the Patwari to record the type of crops grown and their health. These records are vital for estimating agricultural production, determining eligibility for crop insurance, and making decisions regarding the remission of land revenue during periods of natural calamity or drought.
Q358. The territorial jurisdiction of a Sub-Divisional Officer generally corresponds to which of the following?
Explanation
The territorial jurisdiction of a Sub-Divisional Officer generally encompasses either a cluster of multiple Tehsils or one single, large Tehsil. This intermediate level allows for more effective management of revenue and administrative tasks between the district headquarters and the individual tehsils. The SDO provides localized supervision, ensuring that the work of Tehsildars and other local officials aligns with the overall district administration’s goals.
Q359. Identify the correct chronological sequence of the basic hierarchy of revenue administration from top to bottom.
Explanation
The revenue administration hierarchy in Rajasthan follows a clear descending order. It begins with the Division at the top, followed by the District. The District is further divided into Sub-Divisions, which are composed of Tehsils. Finally, the Patwar Circle represents the most localized unit at the village level. This structured hierarchy ensures efficient management of land records and revenue collection across the state.
Q360. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the coordination role of the District Collector.
Explanation
The District Collector serves as a bridge between the government and the people and coordinates the activities of technical departments like agriculture. During disasters, they lead relief efforts involving various agencies. However, the Collector does not have direct operational command over Army units during peacetime. While they can request military assistance during major crises, the Army remains under its own specialized military chain of command.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 351 | (b) A district subdivision for revenue administration and land record maintenance. |
| 352 | (a) A-iv, B-ii, C-iii, D-i |
| 353 | (c) Statement I is true but Statement II is false. |
| 354 | (c) Presiding over civil suits regarding land ownership. |
| 355 | (b) I, II, IV and V |
| 356 | (d) District Magistrate |
| 357 | (b) Girdawari - Assessment of crop conditions and harvest |
| 358 | (c) A cluster of Tehsils or a single large Tehsil |
| 359 | (a) Division District Sub-Division Tehsil Patwar Circle |
| 360 | (a) The Collector has direct operational command over the deployment of Army units during peacetime. |
Key facts from Rajasthan Polity and Administration
- The RPSC syllabus lists the political and administrative system of Rajasthan as a separate part of the Polity paper.
- Many questions ask for a Rajasthan-specific fact: the first Chief Minister, the Assembly’s strength, the High Court’s seat, the Rajasthan Police Act of 2007.
- Others test the constitutional article behind the State institution, for example Article 168 for the Legislature and Article 243K for the State Election Commission.
- District administration questions cover the Collector, the Tehsildar and the Patwari, with revenue terms like Girdawari.
- The national polity chapters are on the Indian Polity and Governance page.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Rajasthan Polity and Administration?
This page has 619 practice MCQs on Rajasthan Polity and Administration. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Rajasthan polity set cover?
Eight chapters: the State Executive (Governor, Chief Minister and Council of Ministers), the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, the Rajasthan High Court and subordinate courts, the Chief Secretary and State Secretariat, field and district administration, police administration, statutory accountability bodies, and local self-government.
Is the Rajasthan administrative system in the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. The RPSC syllabus lists the Political and Administrative System of Rajasthan as the second part of the Polity paper, after the Indian Constitution, political system and governance.
How should I prepare the Rajasthan polity chapters?
Keep a list of Rajasthan-specific facts: first office-holders, years of Acts, numbers of members and places. Attempt the chapter questions, read each explanation and revise the list, since these facts rarely come from general polity books.