States PCS: Rajasthan GK Questions for RPSC (RAS) Examinations
For all Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) exams including RAS, Sub Inspector, 1st Grade Teacher, and others.
1. Whose famous work, first published in 1829, used Rajasthan in its title?
[A] Colonel James Tod
[B] L. P. Tessitori
[C] George Thomas
[D] Jai Narayan Vyas
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Correct Answer: A [Colonel James Tod]
Notes:
The first volume of James Tod’s Annals and Antiquities of Rajasthan appeared in 1829. The book helped popularise the name Rajasthan; the name itself had earlier usages.
2. Approximately what share of Rajasthan’s area is occupied by its central Aravalli hill region?
[A] 19%
[B] 21%
[C] 9.3%
[D] 25%
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Correct Answer: C [9.3%]
Notes:
The central Aravalli hill region is commonly estimated to occupy about 9.3% of Rajasthan’s area. It extends across the state in a northeast–southwest direction.
3. Which soil is found in maximum quantity in Rajasthan?
[A] Sandy soil
[B] Red loamy soil
[C] Black soil
[D] Alluvial soil
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Correct Answer: A [Sandy soil]
Notes:
There is a wide expanse of sandy soil in western Rajasthan. It generally contains less organic matter and nitrogen and has low water holding capacity.
4. In which two districts of Rajasthan no major natural river flows?
[A] Churu and Bikaner
[B] Barmer and Pali
[C] Jodhpur and Tonk
[D] Kota and Jaisalmer
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Correct Answer: A [Churu and Bikaner]
Notes:
Churu and Bikaner lack any major natural river. The water coming into the canals is different from the natural river flow. Local rainwater collects in low-lying depressions and ponds.
5. What is the main benefit to Western Rajasthan by increasing forest cover and tree cover?
[A] Sea tide rises
[B] Glaciers form
[C] Wind erosion and soil erosion are reduced
[D] Soil salts are eliminated automatically
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Correct Answer: C [Wind erosion and soil erosion are reduced]
Notes:
The roots of vegetation bind the soil and windbreaks reduce the speed of wind. This reduces soil blowing and soil erosion in sandy areas.
6. Which oilseed crop can be grown in rabi, kharif and zaid seasons under suitable conditions?
[A] Sunflower
[B] Taramira
[C] Soybean
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Sunflower]
Notes:
Sunflower can be grown in all three seasons Rabi, Kharif and Zaid in suitable climate and irrigation. This is an oil yielding crop. Fully developed flowers generally remain fixed towards the east.
7. Sevan grass is found in which district of Rajasthan?
[A] Jaipur
[B] Jodhpur
[C] Jaisalmer
[D] Bikaner
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Correct Answer: C [Jaisalmer]
Notes:
Sewan, Lasiurus sindicus, is an important drought-tolerant fodder grass of the Jaisalmer region. It grows well under arid conditions and supports desert livestock.
8. In which districts of Rajasthan is the Central Soil Conservation Board office located?
[A] Jaipur-Jodhpur
[B] Jodhpur-Udaipur
[C] Kota-Jodhpur
[D] Kota-Bundi
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Correct Answer: C [Kota-Jodhpur]
Notes:
Central Soil Conservation Board office is located in Kota and Jodhpur districts of Rajasthan. It was established in 1953. The objective of establishing the Central Soil Conservation Board office is to convert the eroded land into cultivable land and to control the expansion of deserts.
9. In which district of Rajasthan is the National Research Centre on Seed Spices located?
[A] Jaipur
[B] Jodhpur
[C] Ajmer
[D] Bharatpur
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Correct Answer: C [Ajmer]
Notes:
The National Research Centre on Seed Spices is located in Ajmer district. It was established in 2000.
10. In which district of Rajasthan is the uranium deposit of Rohil located?
[A] Pali
[B] Sikar
[C] Chittorgarh
[D] Bhilwara
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Correct Answer: B [Sikar]
Notes:
Rohil uranium deposit is located in Sikar district. Uranium is a radioactive element used in nuclear energy production.
