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Key Facts: RPSC 1st Grade Teacher (Paper I) Exam

75

Exam Questions

RPSC Scheme

90 mins

Exam Duration

RPSC Scheme

40%

Qualifying Marks

RPSC Guidelines

1/3

Negative Marking

RPSC Regulations

11.27L

Lakhpati Didi Target

Rajasthan Budget

1722m

Guru Shikhar Height

Rajasthan Geography

The RPSC 1st Grade Paper I exam has 75 questions with a 90-minute time limit, carrying 150 marks. It is conducted offline via OMR sheets and requires a mandatory 40% passing score (5% relaxation for SC/ST). The fee is 600 INR for General/OBC and 400 INR for SC/ST. The syllabus covers Rajasthan History and Geography, Indian Polity, Educational Management, secondary-level Maths/Stats, Hindi, English, and Current Affairs.

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1Which of the following Ashokan rock edicts contains references to the Buddhist Dhamma and indicates Ashoka's deep personal faith in Buddhism, and was discovered in Rajasthan?
A.Bhabru Rock Edict
B.Rummindei Pillar Edict
C.Kalinga Rock Edict
D.Sarnath Pillar Edict
Explanation: The Bhabru (or Bairat) Rock Edict was discovered in Bairat (ancient Viratnagar), Jaipur district, Rajasthan, by Captain Burt in 1837. In this edict, Ashoka explicitly states his faith in the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha, confirming his conversion to Buddhism.
2Which famous Gupta-era Sanskrit play depicts the love story of Charudatta, a noble but impoverished Brahmin, and Vasantasena, a wealthy courtesan?
A.Abhigyanashakuntalam
B.Mudrarakshasa
C.Mrichchhakatika
D.Devichandraguptam
Explanation: Mrichchhakatika (The Little Clay Cart) is a ten-act Sanskrit drama written by Sudraka during the Gupta period. It centers on Charudatta and Vasantasena, providing rich social commentary on the urban life and judicial system of the Gupta era.
3In the Battle of Haldighati (1576), who commanded the Mughal vanguard against Maharana Pratap?
A.Asaf Khan
B.Man Singh I of Amber
C.Raja Bihari Mal
D.Mahabat Khan
Explanation: Raja Man Singh I of Amber was appointed by Akbar as the supreme commander of the Mughal forces at the Battle of Haldighati. He led the imperial vanguard and army against Maharana Pratap's Mewar forces on June 18, 1576.
4Which princely states merged to form the Matsya Union during the first stage of the integration of Rajasthan on March 18, 1948?
A.Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer
B.Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur, Karauli
C.Kota, Bundi, Jhalawar, Tonk
D.Udaipur, Dungarpur, Banswara, Pratapgarh
Explanation: The first stage of Rajasthan's integration took place on March 18, 1948, forming the Matsya Union. It comprised the four princely states of Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur, and Karauli, with Dholpur's ruler Udai Bhan Singh as Rajpramukh.
5On which date did the 1857 Uprising begin in Rajasthan, and at which military cantonment?
A.May 10, 1857 at Meerut
B.May 28, 1857 at Naseerabad
C.June 3, 1857 at Neemuch
D.August 21, 1857 at Erinpura
Explanation: The Uprising of 1857 in Rajasthan commenced on May 28, 1857, at the Naseerabad military cantonment (located in Ajmer district) when soldiers of the 15th Bengal Native Infantry revolted, seized the treasury, and marched towards Delhi.
6Who was the founder-leader of the Bijolia Peasant Movement in its first phase (1897-1915)?
A.Vijay Singh Pathik
B.Sadhu Sitaram Das
C.Manikya Lal Verma
D.Ramnarayan Chaudhary
Explanation: The Bijolia Peasant Movement in Mewar state was initiated in 1897 under the leadership of Sadhu Sitaram Das, who organized the local farmers to protest against excessive land revenue and forced labor (Begar) during the initial phase.
7Who established the Jaipur Prajamandal in 1931, which was later reorganized by Jamnalal Bajaj and Kapoor Chand Patni in 1936-37?
A.Haribhau Upadhyaya
B.Kapoor Chand Patni
C.Mehta Abhay Singh
D.Jainarayan Vyas
Explanation: Jaipur Prajamandal was first established in 1931 by Kapoor Chand Patni. It was the first Prajamandal in Rajasthan, though it remained inactive initially and was reorganized in 1936-37 under Jamnalal Bajaj and Patni's leadership.
8Which medieval Bhakti saint of Rajasthan advocated Nirguna worship, established the 'Parabrahma Sampradaya', and had his principal seat at Naraina (near Jaipur)?
A.Sant Dadu Dayal
B.Sant Jambhoji
C.Sant Pipaji
D.Sant Charandas
Explanation: Sant Dadu Dayal (1544-1603) was a prominent Nirguna Bhakti saint who spent most of his life in Rajasthan. He founded the Dadu Panth (Parabrahma Sampradaya). His main seat (Dham) is located at Naraina near Jaipur, where his teachings are preserved in Dadu Vani.
9Which language served as the official court language (Daftari Bhasha) of administration and diplomacy during the Mughal Empire, including its interactions with the Rajput states?
A.Arabic
B.Persian
C.Chagatai Turkic
D.Urdu
Explanation: Persian was established as the official court and administrative language of the Mughal Empire by Akbar. All state documents, farmans, decrees, and diplomatic correspondences with Rajput states were written in Persian.
10In July 1943, Subhash Chandra Bose officially took charge of the Indian Independence League and the Indian National Army (INA) at which place?
A.Tokyo
B.Rangoon
C.Singapore
D.Bangkok
Explanation: Subhash Chandra Bose arrived in Singapore from Germany in July 1943. At a public meeting at the Cathay Building in Singapore on July 4, 1943, Rash Behari Bose handed over the leadership of the Indian Independence League and the INA (Azad Hind Fauj) to him.

About the RPSC 1st Grade Teacher (Paper I) Exam

The RPSC 1st Grade School Lecturer Paper I (General Studies) is a compulsory paper for all aspirants aiming to become post-graduate teachers in Rajasthan government schools. It tests candidates across a diverse set of domains including the history of India and Rajasthan, mental ability, secondary mathematics, statistics, Hindi, English, current affairs, general science, Indian polity, geography of Rajasthan, and educational management with a focus on Rajasthan and the RTE Act 2009. A minimum of 40% (60 marks) is required to qualify this paper, and scores are combined with Paper II (Subject Paper) for final merit listing.

Assessment

75 multiple-choice questions (Negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer)

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

40% (60 marks out of 150)

Exam Fee

600 INR (General/OBC), 400 INR (SC/ST) (Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC))

RPSC 1st Grade Teacher (Paper I) Exam Content Outline

20 Questions

History of Rajasthan and Indian History

Covers Maurya and Gupta art/literature, Bhakti movement, Mughal-Rajput relations, 1857 Uprising in Rajasthan, Prajamandal, peasant movements, and integration of Rajasthan.

25 Questions

Mental Ability, Statistics, Mathematics, Hindi, English

Covers coding-decoding, blood relations, statistical mean/median/mode, volume and surface area, Hindi sandhi/samas, and English active/passive voice, narration, and tenses.

15 Questions

Current Affairs

Covers current schemes of Rajasthan (Chiranjeevi, Indira Gandhi urban employment), sports awards, space missions (Aditya-L1, Gaganyaan), and Census 2011 demographics.

20 Questions

General Science, Indian Polity, Geography of Rajasthan

Covers Newton's laws of motion, chemical equations, cell division, Indian constitution characteristics, President and Parliament power, Aravalli peaks, rivers, climate, and soil types of Rajasthan.

20 Questions

Educational Management and Scenario in Rajasthan

Covers POSDCORB, School Management Committee (SMC) and SDMC guidelines, functions of RSCERT, BSER, DIET, Shala Darpan, SMILE program, and the Right to Education (RTE) Act 2009.

How to Pass the RPSC 1st Grade Teacher (Paper I) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 40% (60 marks out of 150)
  • Assessment: 75 multiple-choice questions (Negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer)
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam fee: 600 INR (General/OBC), 400 INR (SC/ST)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

RPSC 1st Grade Teacher (Paper I) Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus heavily on Rajasthan history and geography as they form the bulk of the GK sections.
2Memorize the structural layout of SMC (School Management Committee) and the various sections of the RTE Act 2009.
3Practice secondary statistics and mensuration formulas since these math questions involve numerical calculations.
4Stay updated on Rajasthan state welfare schemes, agricultural solar initiatives, and sports achievements in the past 12-18 months.
5Practice basic Hindi and English grammar daily, focusing on Sandhi-Samas and active-passive voice rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there negative marking in RPSC 1st Grade Paper I?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3 (one-third) of the marks prescribed for each question for every wrong answer. It is crucial to avoid guessing to prevent losing hard-earned marks.

What are the passing criteria for Paper I?

Candidates must secure a minimum of 40% marks in Paper I (which is 60 marks out of 150) to qualify. SC and ST candidates receive a 5% relaxation, meaning they require a minimum of 35% marks.

Are both Paper I and Paper II compulsory?

Yes, both Paper I (General Studies) and Paper II (Subject Paper) are compulsory. The final merit list is prepared by combining the marks obtained in both papers.

Who is eligible to apply for RPSC 1st Grade Lecturer positions?

Candidates possessing a Post Graduate degree in the relevant subject along with a B.Ed. degree or equivalent teacher qualification recognized by NCTE are eligible to apply.

What is the role of Educational Management in Paper I?

Educational Management and Scenario in Rajasthan carries 20 questions (40 marks) out of the total. It is a highly scoring section covering educational planning, organizations like RSCERT/DIET, state portals like Shala Darpan, and the RTE Act 2009.