[MCQs] Rajasthan Budget 2023-24 and Economic Survey 2022-23 Objective Question Bank.
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Rajasthan Budget 2023-24 and Economic Survey 2022-23 MCQs
1. What was the growth rate of Rajasthan’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) at Constant (2011-12) Prices in 2022-23 as per Rajasthan Economic Survey 2022-23?
(a) 11.36%
(b) 8.19%
(c) 19.50%
(d) 16.04%
Answer: (b) 8.19%
GSDP: In 2022-23, Rajasthan’s GSDP (at constant prices) is estimated to grow at 8.2%, over the previous year. In 2021-22, GSDP is estimated to grow by 11.4%. In comparison, national GDP is estimated to grow at 7.0% in 2022-23, and 8.7% in 2021-22.
2. What is the Base Year for Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW)?
(a) 2010
(b) 2012
(c) 2014
(d) 2016
Answer: d
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3. What is the Base Year for Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL)?
(a) 1986-87
(b) 1989-90
(c) 2010-11
(d) 2011-12
Answer: a
4. Which sector among GSDP at Constant Prices showed a lower growth rate in 2022-23 compared to 2021-22 as per Rajasthan Economic Survey 2022-23?
(a) Agriculture
(b) Industry
(c) Services
(d) Both a & b
Answer: d
Agriculture (10.73% in 2021-22, 7.18% in 2022-23);
Industry – 28.17% in 2021-22 and 27.76% in 2022-23.
5. APJ Abdul Kalam Institute of biotechnology will be established in which city in Rajasthan?
(a) Jodhpur
(b) Kota
(c) Jaipur
(d) Udaipur
Answer: c
Read more: RPSC Assistant Professor 2023 Test Series for GK Paper 3
6. The Center of Excellence for Electric Vehicle will be established at?
(a) Polytechnic College, Jodhpur
(b) Polytechnic College, Jaipur
(c) Polytechnic College, Bikaner
(d) Polytechnic College, Ajmer
Answer: b
Read more: [Notes] Rajasthan Budget 2023-24 and Economic Survey 2022-23
7. How many additional “tourist friends” will be appointed for tourist safety and assistance?
(a) 2,500
(b) 5,000
(c) 10,000
(d) 15,000
Answer: b
The budget includes a plan to increase the number of Rajiv Gandhi Yuva Mitras.
8. What award will be given to recognize excellence in the public service as per Rajasthan Budget 2023-24?
(a) Rajiv Gandhi Yuva Mitras Award
(b) Chief Minister excellence awards
(c) Indira Gandhi Yuva Mitras Award
(d) Rajasthan Civil Services Award
Answer: b
9. What is the Base Year for Consumer Price Index for Rural, Urban & Combined (CPI-R, U&(C)?
(a) 2010
(b) 2012
(c) 2014
(d) 2016
Answer: b
10. What was the percentage increase in Net State Domestic Product at Constant Prices from 2021-22 to 2022-23 as per Rajasthan Economic Survey 2022-23?
(a) 7.01%
(b) 8.19%
(c) 11.36%
(d) 16.04%
Answer: a
11. Rajasthan ranked first in the production of which crop in 2022-23?
(a) Rice
(b) Bajra
(c) Sugarcane
(d) Pulses
Answer: b
It also ranks first in the produce on of moth beans, Nutri cereal, Bajra, and guar gum. Additionally, Rajasthan stands as the second largest milk producer in the country.
12. The Rajasthan Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Policy was launched in which year?
(a) 2020
(b) 2021
(c) 2022
(d) 2023
Answer: c
13. Industry Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2022-23 at Constant Prices is?
(a) 29.22%
(b) 28.50%
(c) 28.17%
(d) 27.76%
Answer: d
Industry – 28.17% in 2021-22 and 27.76% in 2022-2
14. Rajasthan is the sole producer of which mineral in India?
(a) Lead & Zinc
(b) Selenite
(c) Wollastonite
(d) All of the above
Answer: d
Rajasthan is the sole producer of lead & zinc ores, selenite and wollastonite.
15. Gross State Domestic Product at Constant Prices for year 2022-23 is?
(a) ₹738922 crore
(b) ₹799449 crore
(c) ₹682430 crore
(d) ₹883405 crore
Answer: b
Gross State Domestic Product at Constant (2011-12) Prices for year 2021-22 is ₹738922 crore and for year 2022-23 is ₹799449 crore.
16. Industry Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2021-22 at Current Prices is?
(a) 28.95%
(b) 29.39%
(c) 27.45%
(d) 26.72%
Answer: c
Industry – 27.45% in 2021-22 and 27.31% in 2022-23.
17. Gross State Domestic Product at Current Prices for year 2021-22 is?
(a) ₹837521 crore
(b) ₹799046 crore
(c) ₹1218193 crore
(d) ₹1413620 crore
Answer: c
Gross State Domestic Product at Current Prices for year 2021-22 is ₹1218193 crore and for year 2022-23 is ₹1413620 crore.
18. Industry Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2022-23 at Current Prices is?
(a) 28.95%
(b) 29.39%
(c) 27.45%
(d) 27.31%
Answer: d
Industry – 27.45% in 2021-22 and 27.31% in 2022-23.
19. Services Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2020-21 at Current Prices is?
(a) 43.16%
(b) 42.39%
(c) 47.45%
(d) 47.31%
Answer: a
Services – 43.16% in 2021-22 and 43.74% in 2022-23.
20. What is the estimated percentage increase in Rajasthan’s food grain production from 2021-22 to 2022-23?
(a) 5.80%
(b) 9.70%
(c) 15%
(d) 11.35%
Answer: b
21. Services Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2020-21 at Current Prices is?
(a) 43.16%
(b) 43.74%
(c) 40.45%
(d) 40.31%
Answer: b
Services – 43.16% in 2021-22 and 43.74% in 2022-23.
22. In which city among Alwar, Bhilwara, and Jaipur did the CPI-IW (Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers) show the highest increase in 2022-23?
(a) Alwar
(b) Bhilwara
(c) Jaipur
(d) All of the above
Answer: b
23. Which government agency releases the WPI in Rajasthan?
(a) Labour Bureau, Shimla
(b) Economics & Statistics Department
(c) Rajasthan Government
(d) Ministry of Finance
Answer: b
The Office of the Economics and Statistics Department, has introduced the revised series of the Index of Wholesale Prices (base 1999-2000=100) in replacing of the earlier WPI series (Base 1952-53=100) with effect from 1st January 2005, in Rajasthan.
24. How many commodities are covered by the Rajasthan WPI?
(a) 50
(b) 75
(c) 100
(d) 154
Answer: d
It covers 154 commodities, of which 75 are from ‘Primary Articles’ group, 69 from Manufactured Products’ group and 10 from ‘Fuel and Power’ group.
25. Under which scheme does the Government of India and World Bank collaborate for groundwater management in Rajasthan?
(a) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana
(b) Atal Bhujal Scheme
(c) Soil Health Card Scheme
(d) Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana
Answer: b
Atal Bhujal Yojana: World Bank and Rs. 3,000 crore is matching contribution from the Government of India (GoI). Behavioral changes in the community to facilitate optimal water use in Rajasthan.
26. What is the difference in Per Capita Income at Current Prices between 2021-22 and 2022-23 in Rajasthan as per Latest Rajasthan Economic Survey?
(a) ₹21227
(b) ₹156149
(c) ₹135962
(d) ₹20187
Answer: d
Per Capita Income at Current Prices for year 2021-22 is ₹135962 and for year 2022-23 is ₹156149.
27. Agriculture Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2021-22 at Current Prices is?
(a) 28.95%
(b) 29.39%
(c) 31.74%
(d) 32.72%
Answer: b
Agriculture: 29.39% in 2021-22 and 28.95% in 2022-23.
28. Which sector contributed the highest percentage to Rajasthan’s Gross State Value Added (GSV(A) at Constant Prices in both 2021-22 and 2022-23?
(a) Agriculture
(b) Industry
(c) Services
(d) All of the above
Answer: c
- Services (42.61% in 2021-22, 43.74% in 2022-23)
29. Gross State Domestic Product at Current Prices for year 2022-23 is?
(a) ₹837521 crore
(b) ₹799046 crore
(c) ₹1218193 crore
(d) ₹1413620 crore
Answer: d
Gross State Domestic Product at Current Prices for year 2021-22 is ₹1218193 crore and for year 2022-23 is ₹1413620 crore.
30. In which year Rajasthan government present its first separate “Agriculture Budget”?
(a) 2019-20
(b) 2020-21
(c) 2021-22
(d) 2022-23
Answer: d
31. Agriculture Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2021-22 at Constant Prices is?
(a) 29.22%
(b) 26.28%
(c) 18.50%
(d) 23.54%
Answer: a
Agriculture – 29.22% in 2021-22 and 28.50% in 2022-23.
32. Rajasthan Handicrafts Policy has come into force from which of the following?
(a) 17 September, 2021
(b) 17 September, 2022
(c) 1 September, 2022
(d) 1 September, 2021
Answer: b
33. Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) Growth Rate at Constant Prices for year 2021-22 is?
(a) 11.36%
(b) 12.64%
(c) 13.27%
(d) 14.82%
Answer: a
GSDP Growth Rate at Constant (2011-12) Prices for year 2021-22 is 11.36% and for year 2022-23 is 8.19%.
34. Services Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2021-22 at Constant Prices is?
(a) 42.61%
(b) 48.50%
(c) 43.74%
(d) 47.76%
Answer: a
Services 42.61% in 2021-22 and 43.74% in 2022-23
35. Agriculture Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2022-23 at Constant Prices is?
(a) 29.50%
(b) 28.50%
(c) 26.50%
(d) 24.50%
Answer: b
Agriculture – 29.22% in 2021-22 and 28.50% in 2022-23.
36. Gross State Domestic Product at Constant Prices for year 2021-22 is?
(a) ₹738922 crore
(b) ₹799449 crore
(c) ₹882430 crore
(d) None
Answer: a
Gross State Domestic Product at Constant (2011-12) Prices for year 2021-22 is ₹738922 crore and for year 2022-23 is ₹799449 crore.
37. Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) Growth Rate at Constant Prices for year 2021-22 is?
(a) 11.36%
(b) 8.19%
(c) 10.27%
(d) 12.42%
Answer: b
GSDP Growth Rate at Constant (2011-12) Prices for year 2021-22 is 11.36% and for year 2022-23 is 8.19%.
38. Industry Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2021-22 at Constant Prices is?
(a) 29.22%
(b) 28.50%
(c) 28.17%
(d) 27.76%
Answer: c
Industry – 28.17% in 2021-22 and 27.76% in 2022-23
39. Which sector recorded the slowest growth in GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) at Current Prices as per Latest Rajasthan Economic Survey 2022-23?
(a) Agriculture
(b) Services
(c) Industry
(d) All of the above
Answer: (b)
Industry (15.02% growth, compared to 13.84% for Agriculture and 17.11% for Services)
40. Calculate the difference in the percentage contribution of Services to GSVA at Constant Prices between 2021-22 and 2022-23.
(a) 0.64%
(b) 1.13%
(c) 2.76%
(d) 43.74%
Answer: b
At Constant Prices: Services – 42.61% in 2021-22 and 43.74% in 2022-23.
41. Agriculture Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2022-23 at Current Prices is?
(a) 28.95%
(b) 29.39%
(c) 31.74%
(d) 32.72%
Answer: a
Agriculture: 29.39% in 2021-22 and 28.95% in 2022-23.
42. Which city is NOT included among the four Smart Cities of Rajasthan?
(a) Jaipur
(b) Jodhpur
(c) Kota
(d) Ajmer
Answer: b
Udaipur, Ajmer, Jaipur and Kota are selected as Smart Cities in Rajasthan. These cities strive to provide a better life to the residents.
43. Services Contribution in Rajasthan GSVA (Gross State Value Adde(d) in 2022-23 at Current Prices is?
(a) 42.61%
(b) 48.50%
(c) 43.74%
(d) 47.76%
Answer: c
Services 42.61% in 2021-22 and 43.74% in 2022-23
44. Which event was organized by the Rajasthan Tourism Department on the occasion of World Tourism Day 2022-23?
(a) Rajasthan Domestic Travel Mart
(b) World Sufi Music Festival “Jahan-e-Khusrau”
(c) Cultural programs under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
(d) Cultural program at Masala Chowk, Jaipur
Answer: d
45. In which city, Rajasthan Tourism receive the “Favourite Leisure Destination in India” award 2022-23?
(a) Bengaluru
(b) New Delhi
(c) Ahmedabad
(d) Mumbai
Answer: c
46. Which award recognized the historical significance of Kumbhalgarh and Chittorgarh forts in 2023?
(a) Cultural Destination of the year Award
(b) Best Decorated Stand-National Award
(c) Heritage Destination in India Silver Award
(d) Favourite Leisure Destination in India award
Answer: c
47. Which scheme provides free milk to students of government schools in Rajasthan?
(a) Mahatma Gandhi English Medium Schools
(b) Mukhaya Mantri Bal Gopal Yojana
(c) Mukhaya Mantri Nishulk Vitaran Yojana
(d) Rajasthan Agro-processing Policy
Answer: b
48. What is the maximum capital subsidy provided to farmers and their organizations under the Rajasthan Agro-processing Policy?
(a) ₹25 lakh
(b) ₹50 lakh
(c) ₹75 lakh
(d) ₹100 lakh
Answer: d
49. When was the Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme-2022 implemented?
(a) 4th July 2022
(b) 5th August 2022
(c) 6th September 2022
(d) 7th October 2022
Answer: d
Rajasthan amended the Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme 2022. This shall be deemed to have come into force on October 07, 2023. “But have availed no benefit of any exemptions or availed benefit of exemption from Stamp duty and/or Conversion charges.
50. What is the maximum interest subsidy provided under the Mukhyamantri Laghu Udyog Protsahan Yojana for small scale entrepreneurs?
(a) 3%
(b) 5%
(c) 8%
(d) 10%
Answer: c
51. Which flagship scheme focuses on preventive healthcare for the peoples of Rajasthan?
(a) Shudh Ke Liye Yudh Abhiyan
(b) Nirogi Rajasthan Abhiyan
(c) Mukhaya Mantri Nishulk Nirogi Rajasthan Yojana
(d) Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme
Answer: b
52. When was the Mukhaya Mantri Nishulk Nirogi Rajasthan Yojana launched?
(a) March 1, 2019
(b) October 26, 2020
(c) May 1, 2021
(d) May 1, 2022
Answer: d
53. Which scheme in Rajasthan provides health insurance coverage to the entire population?
(a) Mukhaya Mantri Nishulk Dava Yojana
(b) Mukhaya Mantri Nishulk Janch Yojana
(c) Mukhaya Mantri Chiranjeevi Swasthya Bima Yojana
(d) Nirogi Rajasthan Abhiyan
Answer: c
54. How many schemes/programs are included in the state government’s “State Flagship Programmes”?
(a) 10
(b) 20
(c) 33
(d) 42
Answer: c
55. Under which scheme wheat provided at ₹1 per kg to AAY families and BPL families in Rajasthan?
(a) Shudh Ke Liye Yudh Abhiyan
(b) Nirogi Rajasthan Abhiyan
(c) Mukhaya Mantri Nishulk Dava Yojana
(d) National Food Security Scheme
Answer: d
- Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY)
56. When was the “Shudh Ke Liye Yudh Abhiyan” launched by the Rajasthan government?
(a) 2019
(b) 2020
(c) 2021
(d) 2022
Answer: b
57. What is the subsidized cost of a plate of food through the Indira Rasoi Yojana?
(a) ₹5
(b) ₹6
(c) ₹7
(d) ₹8
Answer: d
58. Which scheme provides interest-free loans to street vendors in Rajasthan urban areas?
(a) Mukhaya Mantri Laghu Udyog Protsahan Yojana (MLUPY)
(b) Indira Gandhi Urban Credit Card Yojana
(c) Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme-2022
(d) Mukhaya Mantri Nishulk Dava Yojana
Answer: b
59. Which day(s) of the week do students receive free milk under the Mukhyamantri Bal Gopal Yojana?
(a) Monday and Wednesday
(b) Tuesday and Friday
(c) Thursday and Saturday
(d) Every day
Answer: b
Milk will be provided after the prayer twice a day on Tuesday and Friday.
60. What is the estimated fiscal deficit as a percentage of GSDP in the Rajasthan Budget 2023-24?
(a) 2.5%
(b) 3.4%
(c) 3.98%
(d) 4.5%
Answer: c
Fiscal deficit for 2023-24 is targeted at 4% of GSDP (Rs 62,772 crore), lower than the revised estimates for 2022-23 (4.3% of GSDP).
61. How much venture capital fund allocated for startups and industries in Rajasthan Budget 2023-24?
(a) ₹50 crore
(b) ₹100 crore
(c) ₹150 crore
(d) ₹250 crore
Answer: d
Startups ecosystem gets fillip with Rs 250 crore fund in Rajasthan Budget. Startup ecosystem is set to add heft with the chief minister announcing Rs 250 crore to support them. Presenting the Budget last Friday, Gehlot said Rajasthan Venture Capital Fund will be given Rs 250 crore to handhold the startups.
62. What University will be established in Kota division was announced in the budget 2023-24?
(a) Medical University
(b) Mining University
(c) Skills University
(d) Aviation University
Answer: b
63. Which existing university will be renamed as Vishwakarma Skills University as per Rajasthan Budget 2023-24?
(a) Mahatma Gandhi University
(b) ILD Skills University
(c) Rajasthan Talent Search University
(d) Salim Durrani l Sports University
Answer: b
64. Which institution will be established for students preparing for competitive exams as part of the new youth policy in Budget 2023-24?
(a) Vivekananda Youth hostels
(b) Savitribai Phule Youth hostels
(c) Rajeev Youth hostels
(d) Mahatma Gandhi Youth hostels
Answer: a
65. How many new Mahatma Gandhi English Medium Schools will be opened in both rural and urban Rajasthan announced in Budget 2023-24?
(a) 500
(b) 1000
(c) 1500
(d) 2000
Answer: b
66. The Rajasthan Small Industries Corporation (RSIC) is planning to set up an air cargo complex at which place to facilitate import and export of goods as part of the budget’s focus on industrial development?
(a) Jaipur
(b) Jodhpur
(c) Kota
(d) Udaipur
Answer: d
The Rajasthan Small Industries Corporation (RSIC) is planning to set up an air cargo complex at the Dabok airport in Udaipur to facilitate import and export of goods in the next few months.
At present, businessmen based in the lake city of Udaipur and nearby places are required to travel to Ahmedabad or Jaipur for import and export purposes.
67. The National Statistical Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation releases General Consumer Price Indices (CPI) with base 2012 as base year for All India and States/UTs separately for Rural, Urban and Combined every month since?
(a) 2009
(b) 2010
(c) 2011
(d) 2012
Answer: c
68. Rajasthan’s GSDP is estimated to contribute how much per cent to the nation’s GDP as per Rajasthan Economic Survey 2022-23?
(a) 3.5%
(b) 5.18%
(c) 7.88%
(d) 15.57%
Answer: (b) 5.18%
69. What is the projected nominal Gross State Value Added (GSVA) Current Basic Price as per Rajasthan Economic Survey 2022-23?
(a) ₹7.33 lakh crore
(b) ₹11.34 lakh crore
(c) ₹13.11 lakh crore
(d) ₹1259527 crore
Answer: c
70. In Rajasthan Budget 2023-24, the amount of free treatment under Chiranjeevi Yojana has been increased from Rs 10 lakh to how much?
(a) 16 lakhs
(b) 12 lakhs
(c) 25 lakhs
(d) 22 lakhs
Answer: c
Under the Chief Minister Chiranjeevi Health Insurance Scheme, cashless/free treatment up to Rs 5 lakh was provided to every family every year. After that, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot increased it to Rs 10 lakh in the financial year 2022-23. After this, Rajasthan This amount has been increased to Rs 25 lakh for Budget 2023-24.
Launch of the scheme: 1 May 2021
71. In Rajasthan Budget 2023-24, how many families have been announced to give domestic cylinder for ₹ 500?
(a) 25 lakhs
(b) 76 lakhs
(c) 55 lakhs
(d) 10 lakhs
Answer: b
72. What percentage of the state GDP is estimated to be the fiscal deficit in the state budget for the financial year 2023-24?
(a) 3.98%
(b) 4.36%
(c) 7.16%
(d) 5.86%
Answer: a
In Rajasthan Budget 2023-24, the fiscal deficit is estimated at Rs 62,771.92 crore (3.98%), whereas last time it was 4.36%.
73. How many new Indira Rasoi to be opened in Rajasthan to provide cheap food in rural areas announced in Rajasthan Budget 2023-24?
(a) 1100
(b) 1000
(c) 1600
(d) 1200
Answer: b
74. In which district of Rajasthan, ‘Rajiv Gandhi Civil Aviation University’ will be opened in Rajasthan announced in Budget 2023-24?
(a) Kota
(b) Udaipur
(c) Jaipur
(d) Jodhpur
Answer: c
75. How much amount of financial assistance was announced in Rajasthan Budget 2023-24 for the milch cattle that died due to lumpy disease?
(a) 28000
(b) 40000
(c) 50000
(d) 36000
Answer: b
76. How many Priyadarshini Day Care Centers were announced to be opened in Rajasthan announced in Budget 2023-24 for the care of children of working women?
(a) 600
(b) 300
(c) 500
(d) 11000
Answer: c
77. In the Budget 2023-24, it was announced to provide free electricity up to how many thousand units per month to 11 lakh farmers?
(a) 1500
(b) 2000
(c) 600
(d) 1100
Answer: b
78. What percentage of fare relaxation for women in ordinary roadways buses was announced in Rajasthan Budget 2023-24?
(a) 50%
(b) 23%
(c) 30%
(d) 40%
Answer: a
79. In which district has it been announced to open a Center of Excellence for Blue Pottery in the Rajasthan Budget 2023-24?
(a) Kota
(b) Jaipur
(c) Alwar
(d) Jodhpur
Answer: b
80. In which district has it been announced to open APJ Abdul Kalam Institute of Biotechnology in Rajasthan Budget 2023-24?
(a) Pali
(b) Kota
(c) Jaipur
(d) Ajmer
Answer: c
81. How many new ITIs have been announced to be opened in Budget 2023-24?
(a) 18
(b) 15
(c) 24
(d) 12
Answer: d
82. Rajasthan Budget 2023-24 announced the formation of ‘Rajasthan Logistics Service Delivery Corporation’ (RLSDC), which aims to?
(a) To end the practice of hiring contract workers.
(b) To create government warehouse for efficiency of logistics service.
(c) Operating private vehicles for efficiency of logistics service.
(d) None of these.
Answer: a
83. In which district has the announcement of setting up a Faculty Development Academy been made in Rajasthan Budget 2023-24?
(a) Bhilwara
(b) Jaipur
(c) Udaipur
(d) Jodhpur
Answer: b
84. as per the announcement of Rajasthan Budget 2023-24, the incompatible pair is?
(a) Faculty Development Academy – Jaipur
(b) Mining University – Kota Division
(c) Marwar Medical University – Jodhpur
(d) Rajiv Gandhi Aviation University – Jodhpur
Answer: d
Rajiv Gandhi Aviation University will be built in Jaipur. Marwar Medical University will be established in Jodhpur at a cost of Rs 500 crore. This will be the second medical university of Rajasthan.
NOTE: Rajasthan’s first mining university will be opened in Siswali in Baran district. Earlier this Mining University was to be opened in Kota.
85. From which center are data taken for Consumer Price Index (for industrial workers) in the state?
(a) Alwar
(b) Bhilwara
(c) Jaipur
(d) All of the above
Answer: d
86. On what basis is the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) released by the Rajasthan Government?
(a) Weekly
(b) Monthly
(c) Quarterly
(d) Annual
Answer: b
87. Which scheme is sponsored by the Government of Rajasthan?
(a) MNREGA
(b) Mahatma Gandhi Jan Bhagidari Vikas Yojana
(c) DRDA Administrative Scheme
(d) National Rural Livelihood Project
Answer: b
Mahatma Gandhi Public Participation Development Scheme Explanation: The old name of Mahatma Gandhi Public Participation Development Scheme was Guru Golwalkar Public Participation Development Scheme. Its name was changed in February 2020. The scheme is funded by the state government. The objective of the scheme is to ensure public participation in the construction and maintenance of community assets in rural areas.
88. In which year was the Prime Minister Crop Insurance Scheme started?
(a) 2012
(b) 2016
(c) 2018
(d) 2022
Answer: b
Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana has been started from 2016. The objective of the scheme is to provide insurance cover for crop loss caused due to natural disaster. Farmers are being insured by taking the following premium amount – Rabi = 1.5% Kharif crop = 2% Commercial/Horticulture = 5%
89. In how many agro-climatic zones of the state has the Chief Minister Beej Swavalamban Yojana been implemented?
(a) 3
(b) 5
(c) 6
(d) 10
Answer: d
Explanation: The objective of Mukhyamantri Beej Swavalamban Yojana (2017) is to promote the production of quality seeds by farmers in their own fields. Initially the scheme was launched in 3 agro-climatic zones (Kota, Bhilwara and Udaipur). From 2018-19, the scheme has been implemented in all the 10 agro-climatic zones of the state.
90. Select the mismatched pair:
Agricultural Production – Position of Rajasthan
(a) Millet, Mustard, Guar, Total Oilseeds – First
(b) Groundnut, Total Pulses – Second
(c) Soybean, Gram, Jowar – Third
(d) All are matched
Answer: d
Explanation: First: – Millet, mustard, nutritious grains, guar, total oilseeds.
Second: – Groundnut, total pulses.
Third: – Soybean, gram, jowar.