Rajasthan State and Subordinate Combined Competitive (Preliminary) Examination, 2024 (RPAS Prelims Exam, 2024)
Syllabus Year
2024
Syllabus Language
English
Scheme & Syllabus of Examination :-
The Preliminary Examination will consist one paper on the subject specified below. which will be of objective type and carry a maximum of 200 marks.
The examination is meant to serve as a screening test only. The Standard of the paper will be that of a Bachelor’s Degree Level. The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination by the candidates, who are declared qualified for admission to Main Examination will not be counted for determining their final order.
Paper
1
Subject
General Knowledge & General Science
Paper Language
Hindi & English
Maximum Marks
200
Total Questions
150
Time Duration
3 Hours
Negative Marks
1/3
Note :-
There will be 150 questions of multiple choice (Objective Type), carrying equal marks.
There will be negative marking 1/3 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer
RPSC RAS Prelims Exam Subject :-
History, Art, Culture, Literature, Tradition & Heritage of Rajasthan
Indian History
Geography of World and India
Geography of Rajasthan
Indian Constitution, Political System & Governance
Political and Administrative System of Rajasthan
Economic Concepts and Indian Economy
Economy of Rajasthan
Science & Technology
Reasoning & Mental Ability
Current Affairs
1. History, Art, Culture, Literature, Tradition & Heritage of Rajasthan
Pre-historical sites of Rajasthan- from Palaeolithic to Chalcolithic and Bronze Age.
Historical Rajasthan: Important historical centres of Early Christian Era. Society, Religion and Culture in Ancient Rajasthan.
Political and Cultural achievements of prominent rulers of major dynasties- Guhila, Pratihar, Chauhan, Parmar, Rathore, Sisodiya and Kachchawa.
Administrative and Revenue System in Medieval Rajasthan.
Emergence of Modern Rajasthan: Agents of Social Awakening in Rajasthan during 19th-20th Centuries. Political Awakening: role of newspapers and political institutions. Tribal and peasant movements in 20th century, Praja Mandal movements in various princely states during 20th century. Integration of Rajasthan.
Architectural Tradition of Rajasthan- temples, forts, palaces and man- made water bodies; Various schools of paintings and handicrafts.
Performing Art: Classical Music and Classical Dance; Folk Music & Instruments; Folk Dances & Drama.
Language & Literature: Dialects of Rajasthan Language. Literature of Rajasthani language and Folk literature.
Religious Life: Religious Communities, Saints and Sects in Rajasthan. Folk Deities of Rajasthan.
Social Life in Rajasthan: Fairs and festivals: Social customs and traditions; attires and ornaments.
Leading Personalities of Rajasthan.
2. Indian History
Ancient & Medieval Period:-
Cultural Foundations of India- Indus and Vedic Age; Renunciatory tradition and new religious ideas of 6th Century BC- Ajivakas, Buddhism and Jainism.
Achievements of prominent rulers of major dynasties: Maurya, Kushan, Satavahan, Gupta, Chalukya, Pallava and Chola.
Art and Architecture in Ancient India.
Development of Language and Literature in Ancient India: Sanskrit, Prakrit and Tamil.
Sultanate Period: Achievements of Prominent Sultanate Rulers. Cultural achievements of Vijaynagar.
Mughal Period: Political challenges and reconciliation- Afghan, Rajput, Deccan States & Maratha.
Development of Art & Architecture, Paintings and Music during medieval period.
Religious & Literary contribution of Bhakti & Sufi movement.
Modern Period (from early 19th century to 1964):-
Evolution of Modern India & Emergence of Nationalism: Intellectual awakening; Press; Western education. Socio- religious reforms during 19th century: various leaders and institutions.
The Freedom Struggle & Indian National Movement- its various stages, streams and important contributors, contributions from different parts of the country.
Post-independence Nation Building: The linguistic reorganisation of the states, Institutional building during Nehruvian age, Development of science and technology.
3. Geography of World and India
World Geography :-
Major Landforms- Mountains, Plateaus, Plains & Deserts
Major Crops- Wheat, Rice, Cotton, Sugarcane, Tea & Coffee
Major Minerals- Iron ore, Manganese, Bauxite, Mica
Power Resources- Conventional & Non-Conventional
Major Industrial Regions.
National Highways & Major Transport Corridors
4. Geography of Rajasthan
Major physiographic regions and their characteristics
Climatic characteristics
Major Rivers & Lakes
Natural Vegetation & Soil
Major Crops- Wheat, Maize, Barley, Cotton, Sugarcane & Bajra
Major Industries
Major Irrigation Projects & Water Conservation Techniques
Population- Growth, Density, Literacy, Sex-ratio & Major Tribes
Minerals- Metallic & Non-Metallic
Power Resources- Conventional & Non-Conventional
Biodiversity & its Conservation
Tourist Centres & Circuits
5. Indian Constitution, Political System & Governance
Indian Constitution: Philosophical Postulates:-
Constituent Assembly
Salient features of Indian Constitution
Constitutional Amendments.
Preamble
Fundamental Rights (FR)
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)
Fundamental Duties (FD)
India Political System:-
President
Prime Minister (PM)
Council of Ministers
Parliament
Supreme Court & Judicial Review
Election Commission of India (ECI)
Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)
NITI Aayog
Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)
Lokpal
Central Information Commission (CIC)
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
Federalism
Democratic Politics in India
Coalition Governments
National Integration
6. Political and Administrative System of Rajasthan
State Political System:-
Governor
Chief Minister (CM)
Council of Ministers
Legislative Assembly
Hight Court
Administrative System:-
District Administration
Local Self Government
Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI)
Institutions:-
Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)
State Human Rights Commission (SHRC)
Lokayukt
State Election Commission (SEC)
State Information Commission (SIC)
Public Policy & Rights:-
Public Policy
Legal Rights
Citizen’s Charter
7. Economic Concepts and Indian Economy
Basic Concepts of Economics :-
Basic Knowledge of Budgeting, Banking, Public Finance, Goods and Service Tax (GST), Nation Income, Growth and Development.
Accounting- Concept, Tools and Uses in Administration
Stock Exchange
Share Market
Fiscal and Monetary Policies
Subsidies
Public Distribution System (PDS)
e-Commerce
Inflation- Concept, Impact and Control Mechanism
Economic Development & Planning :-
Major Sectors of Economy:- Current Status, Issues & Initiatives of Agriculture, Industry, Service and Trade sectors
Major Economic Problems and Government Initiatives, Economic Reforms and Liberalization
Human Resource and Economic Development :-
Human Development Index
Happiness Index
Poverty and Unemployment:- Concept, Types, Causes, Remedies and Current Flagship Schemes.
Social Justice and Empowerment:-
Provisions for Weaker Sections.
8. Economy of Rajasthan
Macro overview of Economy.
Major Agricultural, Industrial and Service Sector Issues.
Growth, Development and Planning.
Infrastructure & Resources.
Major Development Projects.
Major Welfare Schemes of State Government for SC/ST/Backward Classes/ Minorities/ Disabled Persons, Destitute, Women, Children, Old Age People, Farmers & Labourers.
9. Science & Technology
Basics of Everyday Science.
Computers, Information and Communication Technology.
Defence Technology, Space Technology and Satellites.
Nano Technology, Bio Technology and Genetic Engineering.
Food and Nutrition, Blood Groups and Rh Factor.
Health care; Infectious, Non-Infectious and Zoonotic diseases.
Environmental and Ecological Changes and their Impact.
Biodiversity, Conservation of Natural Resources and Sustainable Development.
Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry with special reference to Rajasthan.
Development of Science and Technology with special reference to Rajasthan.
