What is the expected cut-off for RPSC RAS Prelims 2026?

For RPSC RAS Prelims 2026 (out of 200 marks for 150 questions), the expected safe score target is 106+ for General, OBC, and EWS categories (due to parity under commission norms), 96+ for SC, and 97+ for ST candidates.

What was the RPSC RAS Prelims previous year cut off (2024, 2023, 2021, 2018, 2016)?

The official RPSC category-wise cutoffs were: 2023/2024 (General: 100.69, OBC: 100.69, EWS: 100.69, SC: 91.49, ST: 94.25); 2021 (General: 84.72, OBC: 84.72, EWS: 84.72, SC: 72.69, ST: 76.85); 2018 (General: 76.06, OBC: 76.06, SC: 68.01, ST: 73.38); and 2016 (General: 62.74, OBC: 62.74, SC: 54.34, ST: 59.18).

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What is the exact marking scheme and 5th option rule in RPSC RAS Prelims?

The exam carries 150 questions for 200 marks (each correct answer awards +1.333 marks). Incorrect answers incur a 1/3rd deduction (-0.444 marks). RPSC has mandated a 5th option (E) for unattempted questions; candidates who fail to darken any option for more than 10% of questions face disqualification.

What is the subject-wise question weightage in RPSC RAS Prelims?

Rajasthan GK (History, Art, Culture, Geography, Economy, Polity) constitutes 65–75 questions (nearly 45–50% of the paper). Indian History, Polity & Economy account for ~30 questions, General Science & Tech ~20 questions, Mental Ability & Reasoning ~20 questions, and Current Affairs ~20 questions.

What is the format of the RPSC RAS Prelims examination?

It consists of a single objective paper titled 'General Knowledge and General Science' carrying a maximum of 200 marks for 150 questions, with a duration of 3 hours.

What is the penalty for incorrect answers in the RAS Prelims?

RPSC implements a negative marking scheme where 1/3rd (0.33) of the marks allotted to a question are deducted for every wrong answer.

Is there a separate CSAT paper in the RAS Prelims?

Unlike UPSC, the RAS Prelims features only one composite paper that blends General Studies, Science, Mental Ability, and Reasoning.

What percentage of questions typically cover Rajasthan-specific topics?

Roughly 40% to 50% of the paper concentrates heavily on Rajasthan’s history, art, culture, literature, geography, economy, and polity.

What is the eligibility age range for the RAS exam?

Candidates must generally be between 21 and 40 years of age, subject to standardized category-wise age relaxations.

Are candidates from states other than Rajasthan eligible for reservations?

No. Out-of-state applicants are treated strictly as General/Open category candidates with no claim to state reservations.

What is the qualifying nature of the RAS Prelims?

Prelims is purely a screening test. Marks obtained in Prelims are not added when calculating the final merit score for interview selections.

How many candidates are typically shortlisted for the RAS Mains exam?

RPSC typically qualifies roughly 15 times the total declared vacancies across various categories, depending on commission guidelines.

Is graduation mandatory to appear for the RAS Prelims?

Yes, a bachelor's degree from a recognized university or equivalent qualification is compulsory.

Can final-year college students apply for the RAS exam?

Yes, final-year undergraduate students are eligible to apply, provided they produce proof of passing before the Mains cutoff dates.

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Are the Rajasthan Current Affairs and GK tests on TestMeNow updated for the 2025/2026 exam cycle?

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By October 2026, more than how many work-from-home job opportunities were listed on the official portal of the Mukhyamantri Work From Home Yojana?

C: More than 56,000 opportunities

A: More than 20,000 opportunities

B: More than 35,000 opportunities

C: More than 56,000 opportunities

D: More than 1,00,000 opportunities

Which affirmative action scheme notified under the Aadhaar framework in January 2026 supports Dalit and Adivasi youth with credit and subsidies to establish manufacturing and trading enterprises?

B: Birsa Munda Krishi Rin Yojana

C: Rani Gaidinliu Self-Help Program

Where have 'Savitri Bai Phule Study Centres' been established in Rajasthan to support underprivileged youth preparing for competitive examinations?

B: In District Public Libraries across Rajasthan

A: Inside private corporate coaching institutes

B: In District Public Libraries across Rajasthan

C: At toll plazas on state expressways

D: Inside thermal power plant guest houses

Why does the livestock economy serve as the primary insurance and drought-coping strategy for rural households in western Rajasthan?

B: Animals generate daily milk, wool, and breeding income even during severe crop failures

A: Livestock requires no food or water during summer

B: Animals generate daily milk, wool, and breeding income even during severe crop failures

C: Cattle eliminate desert sand dunes automatically

D: Livestock meat is legally exempted from sales tax

What is the primary objective of linking Mukhyamantri Work From Home Yojana opportunities with digital bookkeeping and GST filing?

B: Integrating educated women into the formal digital gig economy and services sector

A: Mandating commercial tax audits by homemakers

B: Integrating educated women into the formal digital gig economy and services sector

C: Eliminating accounting firms in tier-1 cities

D: Replacing chartered accountants with AI

What major health risk among rural women is directly mitigated by subsidizing LPG cylinders under the Mukhyamantri Rasoi Gas Subsidy Scheme?

A: Severe respiratory illness and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) caused by firewood biomass smoke

C: Skin cancer from ultraviolet solar rays

Module 11 • Agriculture, Welfare & MAAYOctober 202616 min read

Agriculture, Livestock Economy, Women Welfare & Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (MAAY)

Target Exam: RPSC RAS / RTS Combined Competitive Examination•Official Sources: Rajasthan State Gazettes, Budget & Official ReleasesRajasthan State Gazettes, Budget & Official Releases

Agriculture, Livestock Economy, Women Welfare & Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (MAAY)

In Rajasthan's arid and semi-arid landscape, agriculture and social security function as inseparable life-support systems. Because crop farming is vulnerable to erratic monsoon spells, the livestock economy, agro-food value chains, women-centric direct support, and comprehensive health protection serve as the bedrock of rural resilience.

1. Agriculture & Livestock: The Climate-Resilient Backbone

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Sectoral Economic Output: Agriculture and allied activities generated ₹4.41 lakh crore at current prices in 2025–26, accounting for 25.74% of GSVA (expanding at an 8.1% CAGR).

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The Livestock Dimension (Crucial Mains Factor):

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In dryland western Rajasthan, livestock (dairy cows, Marwari/Jaisalmeri sheep, Sirohi/Marwari goats, camels) provides steady drought-proof milk, wool, and meat income when crops fail.

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Rajasthan leads India in wool production and ranks second nationally in milk production.

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State programs focus on indigenous breed pedigree improvement (Tharparkar, Rathi, Gir), breed conservation centers, sexed semen adoption, and community fodder reserves.

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Agro-Food Processing Projects (Dec 2025 Baseline):

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PMKSY (Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana): 54 projects approved with approved central grants of approximately ₹294.01 crore.

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Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Food Processing: 6 manufacturing locations with committed investment of ₹244.82 crore (spices, milk powders, guar gum, ready-to-eat products).

2. Women-Centric Empowerment & Social Schemes

1. Mukhyamantri Work From Home / Job Work Yojana

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Target & Purpose: Empowers educated women and homemakers to earn livelihood from home in digital services, tutoring, accounting, GST filing, telemedicine consultation, textiles, and jewellery assembling.

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Delivery Progress:

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By December 2025: 147 job providers, 47,462 listed opportunities, and 5,952 women benefited.

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By October 2026: Expanded past 56,000 listed opportunities and 8,000+ active beneficiaries.

2. Mukhyamantri Rasoi Gas Subsidy Scheme

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Direct Consumer Price: Provides domestic LPG cylinders at ₹450 to eligible Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) and National Food Security Act (NFSA) families.

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Progress (2025–26 up to Dec 2025): Transferred ₹487.86 crore in direct subsidy across 2.18 crore cylinder refills, drastically curbing indoor biomass smoke pollution.

3. Mukhyamantri Kanyadan Yojana

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Benefit Matrix for BPL SC/ST/Minority Families:

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Base marriage assistance: ₹31,000.

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Incentive if bride has cleared 10th standard: Additional ₹10,000 (Total ₹41,000).

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Incentive if bride is a graduate: Additional ₹20,000 (Total ₹51,000).

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Non-SC/ST BPL families receive ₹21,000 base assistance plus education incentives.

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Execution: Provided ₹33.86 crore to 7,269 girls in 2025–26 up to December.

3. Universal Health Coverage: Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya Yojana (MAAY)

Replacing the earlier Chiranjeevi branding, the Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya Yojana (MAAY) represents the state's comprehensive healthcare umbrella:

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Coverage Limit: Up to ₹25 lakh annual cashless hospitalization cover per family across empaneled public and private hospitals.

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Accidental Insurance: Includes a ₹5 lakh accidental insurance benefit.

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Package Basket: Covers over 1,800 secondary and tertiary medical packages (oncology, cardiology, organ transplants, joint replacements).

4. Affirmative Entrepreneurship & Education

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Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Rajasthan Dalit Adiwasi Udhyam Protsahan Yojana: Notified under the state's Aadhaar-linked framework in January 2026, transitioning affirmative action from welfare doles to asset creation, interest subvention on bank loans, and public procurement quotas for SC/ST industrialists.

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Savitri Bai Phule Study Centres: Established across all district public libraries, providing free competitive-exam study carrels, digital test series, and mentorship for rural youth.

Key Examination Takeaways:

Agriculture & Allied GSVA reached ₹4.41 lakh crore (25.74%), with livestock anchoring drought resilience in arid zones.
Mukhyamantri Work From Home Yojana expanded past 56,000 opportunities, engaging over 8,000 women in digital and home-based livelihoods.
Mukhyamantri Rasoi Gas Subsidy Scheme provided ₹450 domestic cylinders to NFSA/PMUY families, disbursing ₹487.86 crore for 2.18 crore refills.
Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya Yojana (MAAY) provides ₹25 lakh annual cashless cover, while Kanyadan Yojana offers up to ₹51,000 marriage support.

Agriculture, Livestock Economy, Women Welfare & Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (MAAY)

Agriculture, Livestock Economy, Women Welfare & Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (MAAY)

1. Agriculture & Livestock: The Climate-Resilient Backbone

2. Women-Centric Empowerment & Social Schemes

1. Mukhyamantri Work From Home / Job Work Yojana

2. Mukhyamantri Rasoi Gas Subsidy Scheme

3. Mukhyamantri Kanyadan Yojana

3. Universal Health Coverage: Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya Yojana (MAAY)

4. Affirmative Entrepreneurship & Education

Rajasthan Special 15-Question Practice Set