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RPSC — Rajasthan History & Culture
Mewar · Marwar · Maharana Pratap · Rajput clans
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Thar Desert · Aravalli · Minerals · Tourism
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Constitution · Parliament · Rajasthan Vidhan Sabha
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General Science · Environment · Rajasthan GK
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RPSC RAS Prelims Pattern
Single paper: 150 questions | 200 marks | 3 hours | Negative marking: 1/3 per wrong answer
Topics: Rajasthan History, Art, Culture and Heritage (30-35 Q) + Indian History (15 Q) + Rajasthan and Indian Geography (20 Q) + Indian Polity (20 Q) + Indian Economy (15 Q) + Science (15 Q) + Current Affairs (15-20 Q)
RPSC Syllabus — Rajasthan-Specific Topics (Must Know)
Rajasthan History and Rajput Heritage
- Rajput clans and kingdoms: Mewar (Sisodia clan, Udaipur), Marwar (Rathore clan, Jodhpur), Amber/Jaipur (Kachhawa clan), Bundi, Kota, Bikaner
- Key rulers: Maharana Pratap (Battle of Haldighati 1576), Prithviraj Chauhan, Man Singh I, Maharana Sanga
- 1857 revolt in Rajasthan: Nasirabad (first revolt in Rajputana), Tantia Tope, political pensioners
- Formation of Rajasthan: 7 phases (1948-1956), Maharaja Hanwant Singh of Jodhpur's accession
Rajasthan Art, Culture and Folk Traditions
- Folk music: Mand, Maand, Pabuji ki Phad, Langas, Manganiyars
- Folk dances: Ghoomar (Udaipur), Kalbelia (UNESCO listed), Chari, Terah Taali, Bhavai
- Handicrafts: Blue Pottery (Jaipur), Thewa jewellery, Miniature paintings (Bundi, Kota, Mewar schools), Bandhej (tie and dye), Leheriya
- Festivals: Pushkar Fair, Teej, Gangaur, Nagaur Fair, Desert Festival (Jaisalmer)
- Heritage: Amber Fort, Mehrangarh Fort, Chittorgarh Fort, Jantar Mantar (UNESCO), Dilwara Temples
Rajasthan Geography and Economy
- Thar Desert (Great Indian Desert) — world's 9th largest desert, one of world's most densely populated deserts
- Aravalli Range — world's oldest fold mountains, runs NE-SW through Rajasthan
- Rivers: Luni (ends in Rann of Kutch), Chambal (perennial), Banas, Ghaggar (seasonal)
- Minerals: Rajasthan leads India in marble, sandstone, gypsum, copper (Khetri mines), zinc-lead (Zawar mines), rock phosphate
- Agriculture: bajra (millet — Rajasthan leads), mustard, jowar, wheat, cumin
- Tourism: largest revenue earner — Golden Triangle (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur), Desert Triangle (Jodhpur-Jaisalmer-Bikaner)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RPSC RAS exam?
RPSC RAS (Rajasthan Administrative Service) is Rajasthan's top civil service exam recruiting for SDM, Circle Inspector, Block Development Officer and senior administrative posts. Selection: Prelims → Mains → Interview.
How much Rajasthan GK is in RPSC RAS Prelims?
Rajasthan History, Art, Culture, Geography and Economy accounts for 40-50% of the RPSC RAS Prelims paper — much higher than other PSCs. This is the key differentiator of RPSC preparation.
Is RPSC practice on ExamBharat free?
Yes. All RPSC RAS Prelims practice questions on ExamBharat are 100% free. No registration required.
What is the RPSC RAS cutoff?
RPSC RAS Prelims General category cutoff typically ranges between 90-120 marks out of 200. It varies each year. Rajasthan GK preparation is key to crossing the cutoff.
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