Rajasthan Economic Review Synopsis

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Important Facts of Census 2011

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Important Targets of Socio Economic Development 12th Five Year Plan

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Bhamashag Card:-

  • Ensuring Empowerment of Women
  • Financial Inclusion for all sections of the Society
  • End-to-end service delivery platform for cash and non-cash benefits with complete transparency
  • Closer-to-home Banking Services to citizens
  • A unified platform for a large number of schemes
  • Includes both family and individual beneficiary schemes
  • Family card(in women name) and Individual card
  • Unified Bhamashah Resident Data Hub (BDH)
  • Secure system using-Micro-text printing,Invisible UV,Fluorescent ink printing ,Bar Code/QR and Hologram Hot stamping
  • Data Seeding :- the process of inserting Bhamashah ID, Aadhar number and bank account detail of the resident in a scheme/ departmental Database.
  • Both cash and non-cash transactions of a family are monitored through transaction mapper.
  • Mobile app to Check status of enrolment ,Check status of transactions and transactions via digital wallet.

 

Gross Domestic Product

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Per Capita Income

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  • Gross Capital Formation is 201250 Crores
  • Various Price Indexes are:- Whole Sale Price Index(Base 1999-2000)=272.75,Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers(Base 2001)=Jaipur-245 ,Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers   (Base 1986-87)= 906

 

Public Distribution System

  • Annapurna Bhandar Yojna:- development of fair price shops as annapurna bhandar’s where multi brand quality consumer goods would be available.
  • Computerization of PDS and digital ration cards.
  • Deployment of Point of Sale Machine at Fair Price Shops.
  • Minimum Support Price and Public Procurement
  • Rajasthan State Food and Civil Supply Corporation.
  • Establishment of office of directorate of Consumer Affairs.

agriculture

  • Total final Food-grain Production-196.22 Lakh Tonnes (2014-15)
  • National Food Security Mission(Wheat, Rice and Pulses) even for course Cereals and commercial crops.
  • National Mission on oil-seeds and oil palms
  • National Mission on Agriculture extension and technology
  • National mission for Sustainable Agriculture:- Rainfed area development, Soil Health, Climate change.
  • Rastriya Krishi Vikas Yojna
  • Prampragat Krishi vikas yojna
  • PM Krishi Sichai Yojna
  • Rajeev Gandhi Krishi Sahayak Sathi Yojna:- Financial assistance of 2 lakh in case of work side accidental death.
  • Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandi Sharmik Kalyan Yojna:- Prignancy assistance(payment of 45 days of non skilled labour rate),Marriage assistance(rs 20,000 upto two girls),scholership for students(for all students getting >60% marks) and Medical Assistance(rs 20,000in case of serious disease )
  • Mukhya Mantri Jal Swalambhan– self reliance of water supply in 21000 villages.
  • Saras Suraksha Kavaj- Insurance cover to milk producers.

Cooperative Sector

  • Mini Uphaar Market- to provide consumer goods to rural folks
  • Women cooperatives
  • housing
  • storage
  • Processing

 

Industrial Sector

  • Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation(RIICO) is an apex organization engaged in fostering Growth of industrialization in the state.

Various schemes and initiatives:-

  • PM EMPLOYMENT Generation Programme-by promoting rural and urban commercial activities
  • Industrial Promotion Camps- at district and panchayat samiti level
  • Household Industry scheme- to make women self dependent
  • Mahatma Gandhi Bunkar Bima Yojna
  • Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme-2014– Exemption and subsities to investors in stamp duty, land tax,conversion charges and electricity bills
  • Rural Non-Farm Developement Agengy(RUDA)- promoting self employment of rural artisians by cluster aproach
  • GI Indicator for – Blue Pottery, Bangru Hand Block Prints and Kota Doriya
  • Resurgent Rajasthan PARTNERSHIP Submit 2015-314575 crore proposed investment and 239244 employment generation.
  • Scheduled Caste and Tribal Sub Plan- 50% rebate in allotment of plots upto 2000 Sqm
  • Japanese Park at Neemrana(Alwar)
  •  Korean Investment Zone at Ghiloth(Alwar)
  • Two SEZ for gems and jewelry at Sitapur and Jaipur
  • Rajasthan Startup Fest 2015

 

Infrastructure-2/”>INFRASTRUCTURE

Power:-

  • Total installed capacity of 17281 MW
  • Rajasthan Solar Energy Policy-2014- tinll Dec 2015 total capicity developed=1264 MW

Transport:-

  • The road density in the state is 60.88 km. per 100 sq
  • Gramin Gaurav Path
  • Meri Bus Mera Route Scheme

Social Sector Developement

Education:-

  • Right to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009
  •  Mewat Balika AwasiyaVidhalaya
  • Meena Manchas:-to create awareness in the community on the social issues viz child marriage, dowry system etc.
  • Adhyapika Manch:- to provide friendly Environment to girl child in school.
  • Academic Mela:-to develop creative Learning approach among children with special focus on science and mathematics.
  • Saksham:-self-defensive training to girls
  • Abhyas:- promoting reading habits
  • Jagriti:-Awareness among community for girls education.
  • Sambalan Abhiyan: To ensure quality education in schools.
  • Shala Dharshan- colection of basic information and statistical data from Government  elementary  schools
  • Mahila Shikshan Vihar as the residential schools till class 10th

Health:-

  • Mukhya Mantri Nishulk Dava Yojna
  • Mukhya Mantri Nishulk Janch Yojana
  • National Mental Health Programme
  • National Mental Health Programme in Hanumangarh

Family Welfare:-

  • Rajasthan Janani Shishu Suraksha Yojna:-To reduce the IMR and high mortality rate of women during child birth
  • Mother and Child Nutrition/”>Health and Nutrition Days:-To enhance immunization coverage
  • National Health Mission
  • Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) Sahyogni
  • Janani Express
  • ‘108’ Toll Free Ambulance Yojana
  • Mukhya Mantri BPL Jeevan Raksha Kosh:-free treatment facility (both indoor and outdoor) is provided to beneficiaries in all government facilities
  •  Safe Motherhood Day and Prasuti Niyojan Diwa
  • Mission IndraDhanush

Local Self Govt and other social sector schemes:-

For Depresed section of the society

  • Anuprati Yojana:- for sc & st passing civils and state civils exam
  • Sahyog Yojana:- for SC & ST for marriage of daughter rs 10,000+ 5000(if daughter is 10th pass)+10000(if graduate)

Other social sector scheme for childs:-

  • Palanhar Yojana:- for children whose both parents have either died or have been sentenced to death or have · been awarded life imprisonment by a court of law.
  • Integrated Child Protection Scheme (ICPS)

Other schemes

  • Mukhya Mantri Hunar Vikas Yojana:- skill devlopement programm for the children aged 17 years to 21 years

 

Rural Developement and Panchayati Raj

  • Rajasthan Grameen Aajeevika Vikas Parishad –RAJEEVIKA (RGAVP) is an autonomous society mandated to implement all rural livelihood programmes associated with Self Help Group (SHG) based institutional architecture.
  • Indira Awas Yojana (IAY):-to provide housing to members of scheduled castes/scheduled tribes, freed bonded labourers and non-SC/ST rural poor living Below POVERTY Line by providing them grant-in aid.
  • Guru Golvalkar Janbhagidari Vikas Yojana (GGJVY):- Community partnership in rural development
  • Dang Area Development Programme:-Ravenous and gorge affected area infested by dacoits

 

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND Communication (IT&C)

  • Rajasthan Sampark:- a single point of contact to the citizens to lodge and track grievances
  • Geographical Information System (GIS) platform
  • Citizen Contact Centre (CCC)
  • Digitally Signed Certificates
  • e-Mitra Kiosks
  • State Portal and integrated government portals
  • eSanchar is an application for sending event based notifications to applicants/beneficiaries as well as officialsthrough Short Message Service (SMS) /Voice · Message/Structure queries.
  • iFact is being used through Rajasthan Sampark for Reality Check. can be linked with any departmental
  • State Master Centralised Data Hub
  • Rajasthan Accountability Assurance System(RAAS)
  • Raj eVault
  • Raj Net
  • Raj eSign

 

Science  & Technology

  • State Remote Sensing Application Centre, Jodhpur
  •  Patent facility centre at Udaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Kota & Ajmer
  • Biotechnology Policy 2015:-works will be carried out to establish Bioinformatics, Gene bank, Finishing,School, Virtual Biotech University,Biotechnology Knowledge Park and advanced Genomics Research Centre.

 

PPP Projects

  • Ring Road Project, Jaipur
  • Exhibition-cum-Convention Centre Project, Jaipur
  • International Conventional Centre Mansarovar, Jaipur
  • Golf Course, Convention Centre, Exhibition Space, Hotels/ Resorts at Achrol, Jaipur
  • Transmission Projects on  Build, Own, Operate and Maintain (BOOM) basis.
  • Up-gradation of existing District/Sub-District Hospitals as Medical Colleges
  • Delawas Sewage Treatment Plant, Jaipur

 

Externally Aided Projects

  • Rajasthan Minor Irrigation Improvement Project aided by JICA
  • Rajasthan Urban Sector Development Investment Program (RUSDIP) aided by Asian Development Bank.
  • Mitigating Poverty in Western Rajasthan – IFAD
  • Rajasthan Rural Livelihood Project- World Bank
  • Rajasthan Agricultural Competitiveness Project-World Bank
  • Rajasthan Road Sector Modernization Project (RRSMP)-World Bank
  • Rajasthan Rural Water Supply and Fluorosis Mitigation Project-Nagaur–JICA
  • Jaipur Metro- ADB
  • Rajasthan RENEWABLE ENERGY Transmission Investment Program-ADB

 

 

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Rajasthan Economic Review Synopsis

Introduction

Rajasthan is a state in northwestern India. It is the largest state in India by area, covering 342,239 square kilometers (132,139 sq mi). The state is bordered by Punjab to the north, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh to the northeast, Madhya Pradesh to the east, Gujarat to the southeast, and Pakistan to the west. The state capital and largest city is Jaipur.

Rajasthan is a land of contrasts. It is home to the Thar Desert, the world’s largest hot desert, as well as the Aravalli Range, the oldest mountain range in India. The state is also home to a number of historical and cultural sites, including the Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, the Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, and the Taj Mahal in Agra.

Macroeconomic Performance

The Rajasthan economy grew at a rate of 7.8% in 2017-18, higher than the national Average of 6.7%. The growth was driven by strong performance in the agriculture, industry, and services sectors.

The agriculture sector grew at a rate of 3.5% in 2017-18, higher than the national average of 2.8%. The growth was driven by good monsoon rains and higher crop prices.

The industry sector grew at a rate of 8.2% in 2017-18, higher than the national average of 7.2%. The growth was driven by strong performance in the manufacturing, mining, and electricity sectors.

The services sector grew at a rate of 8.9% in 2017-18, higher than the national average of 8.1%. The growth was driven by strong performance in the trade, hotels, transport, and communication sectors.

Agriculture and allied sectors

The agriculture sector is the largest sector of the Rajasthan economy, accounting for about 25% of the state’s GDP. The sector is dominated by small and marginal farmers, who account for about 80% of all farmers in the state.

The main crops grown in Rajasthan are wheat, rice, Cotton, and bajra. The state is also a major producer of milk, fruits, and vegetables.

The agriculture sector is facing a number of challenges, including water scarcity, land degradation, and low productivity. The State Government is implementing a number of schemes to address these challenges, including the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY), the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), and the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA).

Industry

The industry sector is the second largest sector of the Rajasthan economy, accounting for about 20% of the state’s GDP. The sector is dominated by small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which account for about 90% of all enterprises in the state.

The main industries in Rajasthan are textiles, engineering, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. The state is also a major producer of cement, steel, and automobiles.

The industry sector is facing a number of challenges, including high energy costs, poor infrastructure, and lack of skilled manpower. The state government is implementing a number of schemes to address these challenges, including the Rajasthan Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (RIICO), the Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (JSIIDC), and the Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation (JSIIDC).

Services

The services sector is the fastest growing sector of the Rajasthan economy, accounting for about 55% of the state’s GDP. The sector is dominated by the tourism, IT, and BPO industries.

The tourism industry is the largest service sector in Rajasthan, accounting for about 10% of the state’s GDP. The state is home to a number of historical and cultural sites, including the Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, the Hawa Mahal in Jaipur, and the Taj Mahal in Agra.

The IT industry is the second largest service sector in Rajasthan, accounting for about 5% of the state’s GDP. The state is home to a number of IT companies, including TCS, Infosys, and Wipro.

The BPO industry is the third largest service sector in Rajasthan, accounting for about 3% of the state’s GDP. The state is home to a number of BPO companies, including Genpact, HCL, and Accenture.

Infrastructure

The infrastructure sector is playing a key role in the development of the Rajasthan economy. The state government is implementing a number of schemes to improve the infrastructure in the state, including the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), and the Pradhan Mantri

What is the Rajasthan Economic Review Synopsis?

The Rajasthan Economic Review Synopsis is a document published by the Government of Rajasthan that provides an overview of the state’s economy. The report includes data on economic growth, employment, agriculture, industry, and infrastructure.

What are the key findings of the Rajasthan Economic Review Synopsis?

The key findings of the Rajasthan Economic Review Synopsis for 2021-22 are as follows:

  • The state’s economy grew at a rate of 10.1% in 2021-22, which is higher than the national average of 8.9%.
  • The growth in the state’s economy was driven by strong performance in the agriculture, industry, and services sectors.
  • The Unemployment rate in the state declined to 5.4% in 2021-22, which is lower than the national average of 7.1%.
  • The state’s Fiscal Deficit declined to 3.2% of GDP in 2021-22, which is lower than the national average of 6.9%.
  • The state’s debt-to-GDP ratio declined to 28.6% in 2021-22, which is lower than the national average of 48.2%.

What are the challenges facing the Rajasthan economy?

The key challenges facing the Rajasthan economy are as follows:

  • The state’s economy is highly dependent on agriculture, which is a volatile sector.
  • The state’s infrastructure is inadequate, which is a major obstacle to economic growth.
  • The state’s education system is not well-equipped to meet the needs of the 21st century economy.
  • The state’s healthcare system is inadequate, which is a major obstacle to economic growth.

What are the opportunities for the Rajasthan economy?

The key opportunities for the Rajasthan economy are as follows:

  • The state has a large and growing Population, which provides a large market for goods and services.
  • The state has a rich natural resource base, which can be used to develop new industries.
  • The state has a skilled workforce, which can be used to attract investment from multinational companies.
  • The state has a favorable investment climate, which has attracted investment from domestic and foreign companies.

What are the government’s plans to address the challenges and capitalize on the opportunities facing the Rajasthan economy?

The government of Rajasthan has a number of plans to address the challenges and capitalize on the opportunities facing the state’s economy. These plans include:

Q1. Which of the following is not a major sector of the Rajasthan economy?
(A) Agriculture
(B) Industry
(C) Services
(D) Tourism

Q2. Which of the following is the largest source of employment in Rajasthan?
(A) Agriculture
(B) Industry
(C) Services
(D) Tourism

Q3. Which of the following is the largest contributor to the Rajasthan economy?
(A) Agriculture
(B) Industry
(C) Services
(D) Tourism

Q4. Which of the following is the most important mineral resource in Rajasthan?
(A) Coal
(B) Iron Ore
(C) Manganese
(D) Gypsum

Q5. Which of the following is the most important agricultural crop in Rajasthan?
(A) Wheat
(B) Rice
(C) Cotton
(D) Sugarcane

Q6. Which of the following is the most important industrial sector in Rajasthan?
(A) Manufacturing
(B) Mining
(C) Electricity
(D) Construction

Q7. Which of the following is the most important tourist destination in Rajasthan?
(A) Jaipur
(B) Udaipur
(C) Jodhpur
(D) Jaisalmer

Q8. Which of the following is the capital of Rajasthan?
(A) Jaipur
(B) Udaipur
(C) Jodhpur
(D) Jaisalmer

Q9. Which of the following is the largest city in Rajasthan?
(A) Jaipur
(B) Jodhpur
(C) Udaipur
(D) Jaisalmer

Q10. Which of the following is the Official Language of Rajasthan?
(A) Hindi
(B) Rajasthani
(C) English
(D) Punjabi

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