Get Started

Top 100 Rajasthan GK Questions and Answers

11 months ago 17.2K Views
Q :  

The length of the Narmada canal in Rajasthan ______ is km.

(A) 64

(B) 74

(C) 84

(D) 94

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

1. Sprinkler irrigation system has been made mandatory for the first time in Rajasthan in the Narmada Canal Project.

2. Narmada Canal Project is between Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh.

3. This project is also known as Bhagirathi of Marwar.

4. It is completely based on sprinkler irrigation method.

5. The districts of Rajasthan benefited from Narmada Canal Project are Jalore-Barmer.

6. The total length of Narmada Canal Project is 532 km.

7. Rajasthan's total share in Narmada Canal Project is 0.50 M.A.F.

8. Sardar Sarovar Dam is used for the Narmada Canal Project.

9. The total length of the Narmada Canal Project is 532 km of which 458 km is in Gujarat and 74 km in Rajasthan.


Q :  

What is the share of Narmada river given to Rajasthan?

(A) 1.90 MAF

(B) 8.60 MAF

(C) 9.10MAF

(D) 0.50 MAF

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

1. Sprinkler irrigation system has been made mandatory for the first time in Rajasthan in the Narmada Canal Project.

2. Narmada Canal Project is between Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh.

3. This project is also known as Bhagirathi of Marwar.

4. It is completely based on sprinkler irrigation method.

5. The districts of Rajasthan benefited from Narmada Canal Project are Jalore-Barmer.

6. The total length of Narmada Canal Project is 532 km.

7. Rajasthan's total share in Narmada Canal Project is 0.50 M.A.F.

8. Sardar Sarovar Dam is used for the Narmada Canal Project.

9. The total length of the Narmada Canal Project is 532 km of which 458 km is in Gujarat and 74 km in Rajasthan.


Q :  

Which combination of the following is not correct?

Lift Canal                       Benefiting Districts

(A) Pannalal Barupal - Bikaner, Nagaur

(B) Veer Tejaji - Bikaner

(C) Barkatullah Khan - Jaisalmer, Barmer

(D) Dr. Karni Singh - Hanumangarh

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?

Lift Canal                       Benefiting Districts

(A) Pannalal Barupal    - Bikaner, Nagaur

(B) Veer Tejaji                -  Bikaner

(C) Barkatullah Khan    - Jaisalmer, Barmer

(D) Dr. Karni Singh        - Bikaner and Jodhpur


Q :  

The latitudinal extent of Rajasthan state is -

(A) 23°3' South to 30° 12' South

(B) 23°3' North to 30° 12' North

(C) 23°3' North to 30° 12' South

(D) 30° 12' North to 23° 3' South

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

1. According to the globe, India is located in northern latitude and eastern longitude. (Northern Hemisphere and Eastern longitude)

2. Rajasthan state is located from 23°03′ north latitude to 30°12′ north latitude and from 69°30′ east longitude to 78°17′ east longitude.


Q :  

Which of the following basin is known as Godwar Basin?

(A) Chambal Basin

(B) Luni Basin

(C) Mahi Basin

(D) Chhappan Basin

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

Godwad covers the southern part of Jalore, Sirohi and Pali districts of Rajasthan. The Sukri River and its tributaries flow through this region and join the west flowing Luni River before it flows into the Rann of Kutch. West Banas River drains the south-eastern part of the region.


Q :  

Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary is notified as -

(A) Biological Park

(B) National Park

(C) Tiger Reserve

(D) UNESCO MAB

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary has been notified as a tiger reserve. It is the fourth tiger reserve of Rajasthan and 52nd tiger reserve of India. It was notified on May 16, 2022.


Q :  

The Union Environment Minister has recently declared Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary of which state as the 52nd Tiger Reserve of the country?

(A) Punjab

(B) Tamil Nadu

(C) Assam

(D) Rajasthan

Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary has been notified as a tiger reserve. It is the fourth tiger reserve of Rajasthan and 52nd tiger reserve of India. It was notified on May 16, 2022.


Q :  

The 'Walra' method, which is the cause of environmental degradation, is a type of -

(A) Natural vegetation

(B) Wild animals

(C) Agriculture

(D) Medical treatment

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

Walara agriculture is a type of shifting agriculture, in which land is used for a few years and later abandoned due to lack of fertility and diseases in the soil. This agriculture is done by primitive tribes.

2. Banswara, Udaipur and Dungarpur districts of Rajasthan are inhabited by primitive tribes. Walara agriculture is practiced in these districts.


Q :  

Who is considered the promoter of Jaipur Gharana Katthak being the only classical dance of Rajasthan? 

(A) Lachhan Maharaj

(B) Bhanuji Maharaj

(C) Birju Maharaj

(D) Udai Shankarji

Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

1. Kathak dance is a North Indian classical dance. If the story is told then it is called Kathak. The word Kathak means telling the story in dance form. In ancient times, Kathak was known as Kushilava.

2. This is the oldest gharana of Kathak. The originator of Jaipur Gharana is Bhanu ji (famous Shiva Tandav dancer).


Q :  

The plateau extended between Kumbhalgarh to Gogunda is known as -

(A) Lasadia

(B) Gogunda

(C) Bhorat

(D) Uria

Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

1. Bhorat Plateau is a plateau that covers the northern part of the Central Hill Plain, Central India.

2. Covers about 22,000 square miles (57,000 square km) and includes most of northwestern Madhya Pradesh state and central Rajasthan state.

3. The largest and highest part of the Aravalli range lies between the forts of Kumbhalgarh and Gogunda, which is commonly called Bhorat in the form of a plateau.

4. The north-western mountain part of Udaipur is called Maghar. It is situated at an average altitude of 1225 metres. The height of some peaks is also 1300 meters.

5. The steep slope and rugged part to its west is called 'Bhakar' in the local language.


Related categories

Very important related articles. Read now

The Most Comprehensive Exam Preparation Platform

Get the Examsbook Prep App Today