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Economy of Rajasthan (Features & Trends) - (RAS (RPSC))

Introduction

Rajasthan's economy is fundamentally agrarian, with a large portion of the population depending on agriculture and allied activities. However, structurally, it is shifting towards a service-oriented economy.

Key Features of Economy

Shift in Sectoral Contribution: The economy has moved from being Agriculture-dominated to Service-dominated.
Resource Rich: Rajasthan is the largest state by area (10.41% of India). Known as the "Museum of Minerals". It ranks first in India in the production value of non-metallic minerals.
BIMARU Status: The state has moved from the category of "BIMARU" states to a developing state due to planned development since April 1, 1951.

Demographics (Census 2011 - Final Data)

Note: Data updated from Provisional to Final figures for accuracy.

Indicator	Data (2011)	Key Facts
Population	6.85 Crore	5.66% of India's population. (Decadal Growth: 21.3%)
Density	200 per sq km	Highest: Jaipur (595). Lowest: Jaisalmer (17).
Sex Ratio	928	Highest: Dungarpur (994). Lowest: Dholpur (846).
Literacy	66.11%	Male: 79.19%, Female: 52.12%. Highest: Kota (76.6%). Lowest: Jalore (54.9%).
Urbanization	24.9%	Urban Population: 1.70 Cr. Rural: 5.15 Cr.

Current Economic Scenario (Latest Trends)

1. GSDP Sectoral Contribution (Approx. Trend)

Service Sector: Highest contribution (~43-44%).
Agriculture: Second highest (~28-29%). Significance increases during good monsoon years.
Industry: ~27-28%.

2. Per Capita Income

Has seen a steady rise, crossing ₹1.5 Lakhs (at Current Prices) in recent estimates.

3. Key Economic Indicators

WPI Base Year: 1999-2000 = 100.
CPI Base Year: 2016 = 100 (for Industrial Workers).

Economy of Rajasthan (Features & Trends)