Rajasthan 1st and 2nd Grade Recruitment 2025: Strategy to Prepare for Paper 1 (General Knowledge)

Author: Jainendra Agrawal

The Rajasthan Government Jobsin 1st and 2nd Grade Recruitment 2025 preparation is elective for many aspiring candidates seeking esteemed Rajasthan education jobs.

An important factor in this examination is Paper 1 (General Knowledge), which can often determine overall success of performance. In this paper, we are looking at a candidate's understanding of Rajasthan's history, culture, polity, economy, and current events; in relation to the national and international context. With good preparation, delivery and support, candidates can obtain marks in General Knowledge and increase their potential success in the final selection process.

Importance of General Knowledge element when it comes to the Rajasthan 1st and 2nd Grade examination

General Knowledge (GK) has a vital role in the Rajasthan 1st and 2nd Grade Examinations because it assesses a candidate's ability to the ongoing area of Rajasthan History, culture, geography, polity, current events etc.

Considering that recruitment is for state government jobs, knowing state-specific facts will help candidates excel in this aspect. GK also includes general information about India and the world, making it helpful in understanding the broader global environment. A good foundation of GK will enhance overall performance and chances of selection in the exam.

Key Points:

  • We will be checking out Rajasthan’s history, geography, and culture.
  • Examines current affairs related to Rajasthan and India
  • Study Indian polity and economy
  • Essential exploring for scoring and worth overall rank
  • Provides currency of awareness for an individual well suited to work in government
Rajasthan 1st and 2nd Grade Recruitment 2025: Exam Pattern for paper 1

Before talking about the strategy, we need to understand the exam however the exam pattern is as follows:

  • Name of paper: General Knowledge & General Studies
  • Maximum marks: 150
  • Number of questions: 75 (2 marks for each question)
  • Time of exam: 90 minutes
  • Negative marking: (-⅓ mark for each incorrect answer)
The paper will cover the majorly of the following topics:
  • History, Art & Culture of Rajasthan
  • India’s political system, economy, and geography
  • Current Affairs (State, National & International)
  • Educational/ Administrative events and updates happening in Rajasthan
  • General Morality, Social awareness and current social problems
Step-by-step strategy to study General Knowledge (paper 1)

To smooth out the study strategy, we will divide them into simple steps.

Step 1 - Build your base with Rajasthan specific GK

As RPSC conducts the exam anywhere, a majority of GC will be Rajasthan specific.

  • Topics to study include the history of Rajasthan, freedom fighters, princely states of Rajasthan, folk traditions, and major dynasties.
  • Study important forts, palaces, architecture, and UNESCO heritage sites of Rajasthan.
  • Revise Geography of Rajasthan - rivers and lakes of Rajasthan, climate, soils of Rajasthan, crops of Rajasthan, and forest area.
  • Current economic initiatives - State government schemes and budget highlights, Industrial projects.

Step 2 - Develop national Level General Awareness

In addition to Rajasthan, students must develop an understanding of India's polity, economy, and recent developments.

  • Keep reading about the Indian Constitution, fundamental Rights, directive principles, the union and state governments
  • Next, make a clear understanding of the Indian economy - GDP, inflation, agriculture, and national budget.
  • Make a revision of Geography - Natural resources, climate, and population distribution of India.

Referring to the NCERT books of 6th - 12th classes for preparing these topics helps you build a strong base for these subjects.

Step 3 – Stay Updated with Current Affairs

Current Affairs should be prepared thoroughly, as they will play a crucial role in Paper 1. Cover National and State level updates.

  • Good, reliable news sources for local-level updates are Rajasthan Patrika and Dainik Bhaskar. These two newspapers will provide you with local news.
  • Follow the government website for any notifications, schemes, and educational reforms.
  • Revisit your Sports, Science and Technology, Awards, and International Relations.

Step 4 - Study Rajasthan Culture and Heritage (This is a high-scoring area)

Candidates generally like this topic and can score well in it as well.

You should cover:

  • Folk dances, music, and units of Rajasthan.
  • Tribes and fairs of Rajasthan – Kalbeliya, Manganiyar, Pabuji ki Phad, Pushkar Fair, Desert Festival.
  • Best literary works and writers in Rajasthan.

Since the above points are fact-based, you should make flashcards for easy studying and revision.

Step 5 - Practice, Practice, Practice with Mock tests and previous year papers

Candidates for Rajasthan Government Jobs can benefit from mock tests.

  • Try to solve 3-4 previous year's question papers; this will help give you an idea of what to expect.
  • Do topic wise quizzes and full-length mock tests.
  • Go through your mistakes and revise.

Step 6 – Prepare a Daily Study Plan

Having some sort of a disciplined plan will assist you in covering the vast syllabus you will have to follow as efficiently as possible.

A sample daily plan for Paper 1 GK looks like this:

  • 2-hour: Rajasthan’s History & Culture.
  • 1 hour - Indian polity / Current affairs
  • 1 hour focused on Geography: India and Rajasthan.
  • 30 mins - revision & practice MCQ's

After doing this for 3–4 months this will add a whole new level of confidence!

Here are some smart ways to crack Paper 1 (General Knowledge):

  • Revise repeatedly: Don't try to pursue too many sources, pick good books & revise several times.
  • Made short notes: useful for easy last minute revision.
  • Spend time on Rajasthan GK: Paper 1 has more than 40–50% state-specific GK.
  • Attempt with caution: There is negative marking. So, you only attempt a question when you are 70% sure.
  • Don't neglect Subject Paper: Give time to Paper 2 (subject-related), but try to incorporate GK practice into your daily routine.
Best Books for Rajasthan 1st and 2nd Grade Paper 1

Here are some recommended sources of reference and study material:

  • Laxmikant's Indian Polity for polity basics.
  • NCERT Geography (Std. 6–12)
  • Rajasthan Adhyayan by Dr. L.R. Bhalla for Rajasthan GK.
  • Lucent's General Knowledge for general awareness.
  • Monthly Rajasthan Current Affairs magazines.
Conclusion

The Recruitment drive of Rajasthan 1st and 2nd Grade (Primary and Secondary School Teacher) 2025 is an excellent opportunity for aspirants looking for Rajasthan Government Jobs in the Teaching sector. To win the match, you must stay serious with Paper 1 (General Knowledge). If you follow proper resource planning, along with regular test practice, you are halfway through scoring quality marks.