Agriculture, Soil and Irrigation (Rajasthan)

Total Questions: 18

1. In July 2023, a new variety of urea was launched by the Prime Minister of India at Sikar, Rajasthan. What is the name of this new variety of urea? [Raj. P.C.S. (Pre) 2023]

Correct Answer: (b) Urea Gold

Solution:On 27th July, 2023, PM Narendra Modi during his visit in Sikar (Rajasthan) launched a new variety of Urea called 'Urea Gold', which is coated with sulphur that can help improve the soil quality and reduce the expenses of the farmers. This innovative fertilizer is more economical and efficient than Neem-coated urea, ensuring improved Nitrogen use efficiency, reduced consumption and enhanced crop quality.

2. What is the share of Rajasthan Government in funding in National Mission on Agriculture Extension and Technology? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2021]

(a) 20 Percent
(b) 40 Percent
(c) 30 Percent
(d) 50 Percent

Correct Answer: (b) 40 Percent

Solution:National Mission on Agricultural Extension and Technology (NIMAET) was launched by UPA government in 2014 with an objective to spread farm extension services and mechanization. The funding pattern between government of India and government of Rajasthan is 60 : 40.

3. In which region of Rajasthan Aridisol group of soils are found? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2012]

(a) Eastern
(b) Western
(c) South-Eastern
(d) Southern

Correct Answer: (b) Western

Solution:Aridisol's are mineral soil mostly found in dry climate. This group of soils are found in approximately all the districts of western Rajasthan like alwar, Jaipur, Ajmer.

4. In Rajasthan, Brown soil is found in - [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 1994]

(a) The catchment area of river banas
(b) The southern part of Rajasthan
(c) Harauti plateau
(d) Both side of Aravalli

Correct Answer: (a) The catchment area of river banas

Solution:The brown soil in Rajasthan is found in Sirohi, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Alwar and Bharatpur districts in the catchment area of Banas river.

5. The agriculture practised by the tribals in south-eastern mountainous region of Rajasthan is called - [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2013]

Correct Answer: (e) Chimata and Dajiya

Solution:Agriculture in south-eastern hill areas of Rajasthan is done mainly by Bhil, Meena and Sahariya tribes. This area comprises of Udaipur, Kota, Bundi, Jhalawar, Bhilwara and Chittorgarh districts. Agriculture done by Bhil tribe is known as 'Chimata' and 'Dajiya'. Bhil is the second largest tribe of Rajasthan.

6. Districts having larger portion under intense dry farming- [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 1993]

(a) Jaisalmer, Barmer
(b) Dungarpur, Banswara
(c) Bhilwara, Ganganagar
(d) Ajmer, Pali

Correct Answer: (a) Jaisalmer, Barmer

Solution:Jaisalmer and Barmer receive the least rainfall. Therefore, agriculture in these districts come under dryland farming category.

7. Production of what has increased twice in the last four years in Rajasthan? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 1992]

(a) Pulses
(b) Oilseeds
(c) Cereals
(d) Cotton

Correct Answer: (b) Oilseeds

Solution:

In context to the time when this question was asked, the production of oilseeds had doubled compared to the preceding four years. Presently (according to economic survey 2022-23) Rajasthan is the third largest producer of pulses with 4.02 million tonnes after Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. Rajasthan is at first place in terms of oilseeds production with 8.39 million tonnes.

8. Rajasthan is the single largest producer in the country of [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2003]

(a) Barley
(b) Maize
(c) Gram
(d) Millet

Correct Answer: (d) Millet

Solution:

Barley, maize and millet come under coarse grain. Rajasthan produces almost one third of the total millet production of the country. Jaipur is the largest millet producing district of India.

9. In Rajasthan, which of the following districts is the largest producer of wheat? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2003]

(a) Udaipur
(b) Jaisalmer
(c) Ganganagar
(d) Jodhpur

Correct Answer: (c) Ganganagar

Solution:When this question was asked, wheat was the highest yielding crop in Rajasthan. Ganganagar district of the state makes the highest wheat production. Wheat production of the above districts as per Rabi Year 2022-23 is as follows:

District	Wheat Production (Tonn)
Udaipur	296313
Jaisalmer	11654
Ganganagar	989237
Jodhpur	152463

10. From the following pick up the correct statement: [R.A.S./R.T.S.(Pre) 2013]

Statement-A: In Rajasthan, Kharif oilseeds include Groundnut, Sesamum, Soyabean and Castor Seed.

Statement-B: In Rajasthan Rabi oilseeds, include Rape, Mustard, Taramira and Linseed.

(a) Statements A and B both are correct.
(b) Statements A and B both are incorrect.
(c) Statements A is correct and statement B is incorrect.
(d) Statements B is correct and statement A is incorrect.

Correct Answer: (a) Statements A and B both are correct.

Solution:

Rajasthan is the top producer of oilseed crops. Rabi oilseed crops include rape, mustard, taramira and line seed. Most of the oilseed crops are grown in Rabi season. Kharif oilseed crops are groundnut, soyabean, sesamum and castor seeds. Thus, both the statements are true.

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Agriculture, Soil and Irrigation (Rajasthan)

1. In July 2023, a new variety of urea was launched by the Prime Minister of India at Sikar, Rajasthan. What is the name of this new variety of urea? [Raj. P.C.S. (Pre) 2023]

2. What is the share of Rajasthan Government in funding in National Mission on Agriculture Extension and Technology? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2021]

3. In which region of Rajasthan Aridisol group of soils are found? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2012]

4. In Rajasthan, Brown soil is found in - [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 1994]

5. The agriculture practised by the tribals in south-eastern mountainous region of Rajasthan is called - [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2013]

6. Districts having larger portion under intense dry farming- [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 1993]

7. Production of what has increased twice in the last four years in Rajasthan? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 1992]

8. Rajasthan is the single largest producer in the country of [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2003]

9. In Rajasthan, which of the following districts is the largest producer of wheat? [R.A.S./R.T.S. (Pre) 2003]

10. From the following pick up the correct statement: [R.A.S./R.T.S.(Pre) 2013]

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