20 questionswith explanationsfor RAS, Patwari, VDO and other Rajasthan exams
As per the 20th Livestock Census (2019), the total livestock population of Rajasthan was about:
Answer: (2) 5.68 crore
Explanation
Rajasthan had about 5.68 crore (56.8 million) livestock in 2019, slightly less than in 2012.
Match the livestock species with Rajasthan's rank in India as per the 20th Livestock Census (2019): A. Goats B. Buffaloes C. Sheep D. Cattle 1. First 2. Second 3. Fourth 4. Sixth
Answer: (1) A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
Explanation
In 2019 Rajasthan was 1st in goats, 2nd in buffaloes, 4th in sheep and 6th in cattle.
As per the 20th Livestock Census (2019), by about what percentage did the camel population of Rajasthan decline compared with the 19th Livestock Census (2012)?
Answer: (3) 34.7%
Explanation
Rajasthan's camel population fell by about 34.7% between 2012 and 2019.
As per the 20th Livestock Census (2019), the camel population of Rajasthan was about:
Answer: (4) 2.13 lakh
Explanation
Rajasthan had about 2.13 lakh camels in 2019, roughly 85% of India's 2.52 lakh camels.
Arrange the following events related to animal husbandry in Rajasthan in chronological order: 1. Establishment of the Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (RAJUVAS) 2. Camel declared the state animal of Rajasthan 3. Passing of the Rajasthan Camel (Prohibition of Slaughter and Regulation of Temporary Migration or Export) Act 4. Launch of the Gopal Credit Card loan portal
Answer: (1) 1-2-3-4
Explanation
RAJUVAS was set up in 2010, the camel became state animal in 2014, the Camel Act was passed in 2015 and the Gopal Credit Card portal was launched in 2024.
Consider the following statements about the Rajasthan Camel (Prohibition of Slaughter and Regulation of Temporary Migration or Export) Act, 2015: 1. It prohibits the slaughter of camels in the state. 2. It regulates the taking of camels out of the state for temporary migration or export. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: (3) Both 1 and 2
Explanation
The Act, passed after the camel was made state animal in 2014, bans camel slaughter and regulates their movement out of the state.
As per the Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics (BAHS) 2025, Rajasthan, the second-largest milk producer in India in 2024-25, contributed about what share of the country's milk production?
Answer: (3) 14.8%
Explanation
Rajasthan produced about 14.82% of India's milk in 2024-25, second only to Uttar Pradesh (about 15.66%).
As per the Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics (BAHS) 2025, which state was the largest producer of wool in India in 2024-25, with a share of nearly half of the country's output?
Answer: (2) Rajasthan
Explanation
Rajasthan produced about 47.85% of India's wool in 2024-25, followed by Jammu and Kashmir (about 22.9%).
The Tharparkar breed of cattle, found in western Rajasthan, takes its name from a district located in:
Answer: (4) Sindh (Pakistan)
Explanation
Tharparkar is a district of Sindh in Pakistan; the breed is reared in Barmer, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur.
The Gir breed of cattle, which originated in the Gir forest region of Gujarat, is known in Rajasthan by which local names?
Answer: (1) Rendha and Ajmera
Explanation
In Rajasthan, Gir cattle (found around Ajmer, Bhilwara and Chittorgarh) are called Rendha or Ajmera; Talabda and Wadhiar are names of Kankrej, and Mahadeopuri and Manthani of Malvi.
Consider the following statements about the Kankrej breed of cattle: 1. It is a dual-purpose breed, valued for both milk and draught power. 2. Its original home is the Hadoti region of south-eastern Rajasthan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: (1) 1 only
Explanation
Kankrej is a dual-purpose breed originating near the Rann of Kutch (Gujarat), reared in Barmer, Jalore and Sirohi, not in Hadoti.
Rajasthan is the largest producer in India of which drought-hardy kharif pulse, grown mainly in the western desert districts?
Answer: (4) Moth bean
Explanation
Rajasthan grows the bulk of India's moth bean, mainly in Bikaner, Barmer, Jodhpur and Churu; Tur leads in Maharashtra and Karnataka, and Urad in Madhya Pradesh.
Consider the following statements about the Rajasthan Co-operative Dairy Federation (RCDF): 1. It was established in 1977 and is headquartered at Jaipur. 2. It works on the three-tier 'Anand pattern' of village dairy societies, district milk unions and a state federation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: (3) Both 1 and 2
Explanation
RCDF, Jaipur, was set up in 1977 and follows the three-tier Anand pattern of dairy cooperatives.
Under the Mukhyamantri Dugdh Utpadak Sambal Yojana of Rajasthan, milk producers supplying milk to cooperative dairy societies currently receive an incentive of:
Answer: (2) ₹5 per litre
Explanation
The scheme began in 2019 at ₹2 per litre; the incentive was later raised to ₹5 per litre.
Under the Gopal Credit Card Yojana of Rajasthan, cattle-rearing families can get an interest-free short-term loan for one year of up to:
Answer: (2) ₹1 lakh
Explanation
The scheme gives interest-free, collateral-free loans of up to ₹1 lakh for one year, e.g. for cattle sheds, troughs and dairy equipment.
Consider the following statements about the Mukhyamantri Mangla Pashu Bima Yojana of Rajasthan: 1. The entire insurance premium is borne by the state government. 2. It covers only cows and buffaloes. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: (1) 1 only
Explanation
The state pays 100% of the premium, and the scheme covers cows, buffaloes, sheep, goats and camels.
With the state's additional amount under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi raised from 2025-26, how much do eligible farmers in Rajasthan now receive per year in total (PM-KISAN plus the state scheme)?
Answer: (4) ₹9,000
Explanation
PM-KISAN gives ₹6,000 and the state now adds ₹3,000 (up from ₹2,000), making ₹9,000 a year.
The ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute (CSWRI) is located at:
Answer: (3) Avikanagar (Tonk)
Explanation
CSWRI is at Avikanagar near Malpura in Tonk district; Makhdoom hosts the goat research institute.
As per the Economic Review of Rajasthan 2025-26, the total foodgrain production of Rajasthan (2024-25) is estimated at about:
Answer: (2) 284 lakh tonnes
Explanation
The Review estimates foodgrain production at about 283.98 lakh tonnes.
The Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (RAJUVAS) is located at:
Answer: (4) Bikaner
Explanation
RAJUVAS was set up at Bikaner in 2010 for veterinary and animal science education.