1. Introduction of Rajasthan Sem -2 Manish Gautam

10. Map of Rajasthan

11. Gazal(Chinkara) Godawan Godawan Khejri Tree Rohida

14. Culture Rajasthan is a vibrant, exotic state where tradition and royal glory meet in a riot of colors against the vast backdrop of sand and desert. It has an unusual diversity in its entire forms- people, customs, culture, costumes, music, manners, dialects, cuisine and physiographic. The land is endowed with invincible forts, magnificent palace havelis, rich culture and heritage, beauty and natural resources. It is a land rich in music, Dance, Art & Craft and Adventure, a land that never ceases to intrigue & enchant. There is a haunting air of romance, about the state, which is palpable in its every nook and corner. This abode of kings is one of the most exotic locales for tourist world over. The state has not only survived in all its ethnicity but owes its charisma and color to its enduring traditional way of life. The Ghoomar dance from Udaipur and Kalbeliya dance of Jaisalmer have gained international recognition. Folk music is a vital part of Rajasthani culture. Kathputli , Bhopa , Chang , Teratali, Ghindar, Kachchhighori, Tejaji etc. are the examples of the traditional Rajasthani culture. Folk songs are commonly ballads which relate heroic deeds and love stories; and religious or devotional songs known as bhajans and banis (often accompanied by musical instruments like dholak , sitar , sarangi etc.) are also sung.

16. Costumes Both males and females dress in the customary dresses fully influenced by climate, economy, status and the profession, they are engaged. The traditional dresses being Potia, Dhoti, Banda, Angrakhi, Bugatari, Pachewara, Khol, Dhabla, amongst Hindus; and Tilak, Burga, Achkan amongst Muslims which fast changing now with Bushirt, Salwar and Skirts, Saris and Pants accordingly. Turbans the head dress of Rajasthan is a differential pattern of each geographical region designed to its terrain and climatic influence. Clothes express ones personality and tell people which village and caste they belong. All over Rajasthan the bandhni, tie-dye sari and turban reign supreme. The common dress of the women constitutes (i) Sari or Odhani, (ii) Kanchli or Kunchuki or Choli (iii) Ghaghra or Ghaghri or Lahanga Besides, the women of high status and ranks wear dupatta and patka. The use of chappals or sandals or jutees is also common but ladies of high families use coloured sandals studded with gold threads and stars.Thus, it is concluded that the costumes of women are very colourful and fascinating.

19. Ornaments Both men and women wear ornaments but with the passage of time, men are giving up their use. The ornaments of gold and silver are more prevalent in Rajasthan. There are certain ornaments which are used by men. In daily use the ladies wear normal ornaments of neck, hand, nose and ear but on special occasions and social functions women wear all the ornaments of to look beautiful and attractive. For its exquisite designs and delicacy of art Rajasthan jewelry is a rage not only for ladies in India but also for women of foreign countries.

32. Administration Setup 7 Division 41353 Villages 61.03% Literacy 249 Panchayat Samities 9168 Village Panchayats 241 Tehsils 105 Sub-divisions 342239 Sq.Km. Area 222 Cities & Towns 33 District

33. Government Institutions 320000 Small Scale Industries 138866 lakhs Sale value of minerals 119790 Educational Institutions 199 Dispensaries 127 Hospitals

34. Population of Rajasthan consists 165 (iv) Density (Per sq.Km.) 43292813 (ii) Rural 921 (iii) Sex Ratio (per 1000) 13214375 (i) Urban 56507188 Population 1.4% Sikhs 1.2% Jains 8.5% Muslims 88.8% Hindus

35. Governor of Rajasthan 5 February, 1992 26 August, 1991 Swarup Singh (acting) 13 26 August, 1991 14 February, 1990 Debi Prasad Chattopadhyaya 12 14 February, 1990 3 February, 1990 Milap Chand Jain (acting) 11 3 February, 1990 20 February, 1988 Sukhdev Prasad 10 15 October, 1987 20 November, 1985 Vasantrao Patil 9 4 January, 1985 6 March, 1982 Om Prakash Mehra 8 6 March, 1982 8 August, 1981 K.D. Sharma (acting) 7 8 August, 1981 17 May 1977 Raghukul Tilak 6 11 May 1977 15 February, 1977 Vedpal Tyagi (acting) 5 15 February, 1977 1 July, 1972 Sardar Jogendra Singh 4 1 July, 1972 16 April, 1967 Sardar Hukam Singh 3 16 April, 1967 16 April, 1962 Sampurnanand 2 16 April, 1962 1 November, 1956 Gurumukh Nihal Singh 1

36. Incumbent 26 april, 2010 Shivraj Patil (additional charge) 28 1 january, 2010 2 December, 2009 Prabha Rau 27 1 December, 2009 6 September, 2007 S. K. Singh 26 6 September, 2007 21 June, 2007 Akhlaqur Rahman Kidwai (additional charge) 25 21 June, 2007 8 November, 2004 Pratibha Patil 24 8 November, 2004 1 November, 2004 T. V. Rajeshwar (additional charge) 23 1 November, 2004 14 January, 2004 Madan Lal Khurana 22 14 January, 2004 22 September, 2003 Kailashpati Mishra (additional charge) 21 22 September, 2003 14 May, 2003 Nirmal Chandra Jain 20 14 May, 2003 16 January, 1999 Anshuman Singh 19 16 January, 1999 25 May, 1998 Navrang Lal Tibrewal (acting) 18 24 May, 1998 1 May, 1998 Darbara Singh 17 1 May, 1998 30 June, 1993 Bali Ram Bhagat 16 30 June, 1993 31 May 1993 Dhanik Lal Mandal (additional charge) 15 31 May, 1993 5 February, 1992 Marri Chenna Reddy 14

37. Advocate, Agriculturist and Hony, Prof of Law Profession One Son and One Daughter Children Late Smt. Vijaya Patil Wife Married in June 1963 Marital Status Punjab Raj Bhavan, Sector-6, Chandigarh. Official Residence 4, Janpath Road, New Delhi-110011 Official Residence Chakur,Dist-Latur,Maharashtra Place of Birth “ Deoghar” Sabdhawana Nagar, Latur-413512 (Maharashtra) Permanent Address 12th October 1935 Date of Birth Late Shri Vishwanath Patil Father’s Name Shri Shivraj V Patil Name

39. Members of Council of States (Rajya Sabha) Dr. PrabhaThakur 10 Dr. Abhishek Manu Singhvi 9 Dr. Gyan Prakash Pilania 8 Shri Om Prakash Mathur 7 Shri Ram Jethmalani 6 Shri Narendra Budania 5 Shri V.P.Singh Badnore 4 Shri Anand Sharma 3 Shri Ramdas Agarwal 2 Shri Ashk Ali Tak 1

40. Members of Parliament (Lok Sabha) Shri Bharat Ram Meghwal, Ganganagar(SC) 11 Dr. Kirodilal Meena, Dausa(ST) 10 Shri Ram Singh Kaswan, Churu 9 Dr.(Kum.) Girija Vyas, Chittorgarh 8 Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, Bikaner (SC) 7 Dr. C. P. Joshi, Bhilwara 6 Shri Ratan Singh, Bharatpur(SC) 5 Shri Harish Choudhary, Barmer 4 Shri Tarachand Bhagora, Banswara(ST) 3 Shri Jitendra Singh, Alwar 2 Shri Sachin Pilot, Ajmer 1 Name of Member Costituency S.No.

41. Shri Raghuvir Singh Meena, Udaipur (ST) 25 Shri Namo Narain Meena, Tonk-Sawai Madhopur 24 Shri Mahadeo Singh Khandela, Sikar 23 Shri Gopal Singh Shekhawat, Rajsamand 22 Shri Badri Ram Jakhar, Pali 21 Dr. (Smt.) Jyoti Mirdha, Nagaur 20 Shri Ijyaraj Singh, Kota 19 Shri Khiladi Lal Bairwa, Karauli-Dholpur(SC) 18 Smt. Chandresh Kumari Katoch, Jodhpur 17 Shri Sis Ram Ola, Jhunjhunu 16 Shri Dushyant Singh, Jhalawar-Baran 15 Shri Devji Mansingram Patel, Jalore 14 Shri Lalchand Kataria, Jaipur Rural 13 Dr. Mahesh Joshi, Jaipur 12

42. Chief Ministers of Rajasthan Party Left Office Took Office Name Indian National Congress 29 April 1977 11 August 1973 Hari Dev Joshi 11 Indian National Congress 11 August 1973 9 July 1971 Barkatullah Khan 10 Indian National Congress 9 July 1971 26 April 1967 Mohan Lal Sukhadia [4] 9 Indian National Congress 13 March 1967 12 March 1962 Mohan Lal Sukhadia [3] 8 Indian National Congress 11 March 1962 11 April 1957 Mohan Lal Sukhadia [2] 7 Indian National Congress 11 April 1957 13 November 1954 Mohan Lal Sukhadia 6 Indian National Congress 12 November 1954 1 November 1952 Jai Narayan Vyas [2] 5 Indian National Congress 31 October 1952 3 March 1952 Tika Ram Paliwal 4 Indian National Congress 3 March 1952 26 April 1951 Jai Narayan Vyas 3 Indian National Congress 25 April 1951 6 January 1951 C S Venkatachari 2 Indian National Congress 5 January 1951 7 April 1949 Heera Lal Shastri 1

43. Indian National Congress Incumbent 12 December 2008 Ashok Gehlot [2] 23 Bharatiya Janata Party 11 December 2008 8 December 2003 Vasundhara Raje Scindia 22 Indian National Congress 8 December 2003 1 December 1998 Ashok Gehlot 21 Bharatiya Janata Party 29 November 1998 4 December 1993 Bhairon Singh Shekhawat [3] 20 Bharatiya Janata Party 15 December 1992 4 March 1990 Bhairon Singh Shekhawat [2] 19 Indian National Congress 4 March 1990 4 December 1989 Hari Dev Joshi [3] 18 Indian National Congress 4 December 1989 20 January 1988 Shiv Charan Mathur [2] 17 Indian National Congress 20 January 1988 10 March 1985 Hari Dev Joshi [2] 16 Indian National Congress 10 March 1985 23 February 1985 Hira Lal Devpura 15 Indian National Congress 23 February 1985 14 July 1981 Shiv Charan Mathur 14 Indian National Congress 13 July 1981 6 June 1980 Jagannath Pahadia 13 Janata Party 16 February 1980 22 June 1977 Bhairon Singh Shekhawat 12 Indian National Congress 29 April 1977 11 August 1973 Hari Dev Joshi 11

44. Chief minister of Rajasthan Indian National Congress (INC) - Party Sardarpura (Jodhpur) - Constituency Political and Social Worker - Profession B.Sc., M.A. (Economics), LL.B. Jodhpur University, Jodhpur (Rajasthan). - Educational Qualifications Son - One, Daughter - One - No. of Children Smt Sunita Gehlot - Spouse’s Name 27 November, 1977 - Date of Marriage Married - Marital Status Mahamandir, Jodhpur - Place of Birth 3 May, 1951 - Date of Birth Late Lachman Singh Gehlot - Father's Name Sh. Ashok Gehlot - Name

56. Media Print Rajasthan’s frist news paper is Majhrul-surur (1849),this newspaper is published in two languages Urdu & hindi from bharatpur. 1879-1920 Desh hiteshi, Paropkari, Anath rakshak, Dharm vartant 1920-1974 Tarun Rajasthan, Rajasthan, Meera After 1947 Amar jyoti, Arawali, 15-August, Sawtrant Bharat, Lalkar, Lok Jivan, Senani, Lokmat, Ganrajya, Aag, Jawala, Lokraj, Jai-hind Current The Hindustan times, Time of India, Indian Express, Statesman, Time (English Daily) Rastrduth, Rajasthan Patrika, Dainik Bhaskar, Jalte deep, Dainik navjyotik, Amar Rajasthan, Jai Rajasthan, Lokwarta Samachar (Hindi Daily)

57. Samachar Jagat, Mahanagar times, News today, Evening plus, Evening Post Broadcast medium Regional News Channel Doordarshan Jaipur ETV Rajasthan TV9 Rajasthan Sahara Samay Radio Air, Gyan Vani, Radio Banasthali Major FM Station Radio Mirchi, Radio City, South Asia FM, MY FM, FM Radio 7, 95 FM Tadka

59. Economy Rajasthan's economy is primarily agricultural and pastoral . Wheat and barley are cultivated over large areas, as are pulses, sugarcane, and oilseeds. Cotton and tobacco are the state's cash crops. Rajasthan is among the largest producers of edible oils in India and the second largest producer of oilseeds. Rajasthan is also the biggest wool-producing state in India and the main opium producer and consumer. There are mainly two crop seasons. The water for irrigation comes from wells and tanks. The Indira Gandhi Canal irrigates northwestern Rajasthan. The main industries are mineral based, agriculture based, and textiles. Rajasthan is the second largest producer of polyester fibre in India. The Bhilwara District produces more cloth than Bhiwandi, Maharashtra and the bhilwara is the largest city in suiting's production and export.

60. Several prominent chemical and engineering companies are located in the town of Kota , in southern Rajasthan. Rajasthan is pre-eminent in quarrying and mining in India. The Taj Mahal was built from the white marble which was mined from a town called Makrana . The state is the second largest source of cement in India. It has rich salt deposits at Sambhar , copper mines at Khetri , Jhunjhunu and zinc mines at Dariba, Zawar mines at Zawarmala for zinc , Rampura Aghucha (opencast) near Bhilwara . Dimensional stone mining is also undertaken in Rajasthan. Jodhpur sandstone is mostly used in monuments, important buildings and residential buildings. This stone is termed as "chittar patthar". Rajasthan is now the preferred destination for IT companies and North India's largest integrated IT park is located in Jaipur and is named as Mahindra World City Jaipur covering nearly 3,000 acres (12 km2) of land. Some of the companies operating in Rajasthan include Infosys , Genpact , Wipro , Truworth, Deutsche Bank, NEI, MICO, Honda Siel Cars, Coca Cola and Procter & Gamble.

61. Gross area irrigated 8088455 Hect. in 2008-2009 594056 10035 (iv) Sugarcane 146576 353812 (iii) Cotton 4229346 2575439 (ii) Oil seeds 16084435 3820898 (i) Food grains Production (m.tn) Irrigated Area (Hect.) Crop

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