• Rajasthan Geography and Administration:

  • Madhya Pradesh shares a border with 10 districts of Rajasthan.
  • The Central Mustard Research Center is located in Sevar, Bharatpur.
  • The Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI) is in Jodhpur.
  • The monthly salary of the Rajasthan Governor is ₹110,000.
  • In the Governor's absence, the Chief Justice of the High Court assumes their responsibilities.

• Rajasthan Government Initiatives:

  • The "Meri Bus Meri Zimmedari" campaign was launched by the Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation.
  • The Chief Minister Nari Shakti Protsahan Yojana's deadline has been extended to 2028-29.

• Wildlife and Environment:

  • Hemendra Nallamuthu's wildlife films were shot in Rajasthan's tiger reserves.
  • Climate change threatens flora and fauna in the Thar Desert.

• Sports:

  • Tanya Rathore, Babnur Singh Broad, and Yas Yadav were selected for the Indian team for the Asian Cup in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

• Rajasthan Geography & Polity (Past Exam Questions):

  • Madhyamika Nagri is located in Chittorgarh district.
  • The Balathal civilization is located in Udaipur district.
  • Kumbhalgarh Fort is located in Rajsamand district.
  • The Khejari tree is known as the "glory of Rajasthan" and also the "Kalpvriksh of Rajasthan".

• AI Education Program:

  • The IndEED Foundation launched a digital empowerment program in Jodhpur, Pali, Barmer, and Jaisalmer. The program focuses on teaching AI to government school students. The program will run during the summer.
  • Government school students will receive training in mobile app development and artificial intelligence.

• Aiyodhya Ram Mandir Artwork:

  • The artwork in the Ayodhya Ram Mandir's sanctum sanctorum was created by Prashant Pandey.

• Ruma Devi Foundation Project:

  • The Ruma Devi Foundation is creating fibers from the fruit of a desert plant.

• Rajasthan Tiger Reserve Film:

  • A wildlife film was made by S. Nalla Muthu in Rajasthan's tiger reserve.

• Aditya Rathore's Everest Base Camp Ascent:

  • Aditya Rathore reached an altitude of 5364 meters during his Everest Base Camp climb.

• National Teacher Awards, Rajasthan:

  • 2020: Aditi Rathore (Jodhpur)
  • 2023: Sheela Asopa and Asha Suman
  • 2024: Baljinder Singh Barar and Hukumchand Choudhary

• Rajasthan Teachers' Mountaineering Achievements:

  • Aditi Rathore: Reached Mount Abu base camp.
  • Geeta Kumari Samota: Reached Mount Everest.* Rare Disease Treatment Facilities: Treatment for rare diseases in Rajasthan is available at JK Lon Hospital (Jaipur) and Jodhpur MMS Hospital.

• Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS) Convocation: The 10th convocation of RUHS, Jaipur, was recently organized.

• Aditi Rathore's Achievement: Aditi Rathore, a teacher from Jodhpur awarded the National Teacher Award in 2020, successfully climbed to the Mount Abu base camp.

• Geeta Kumari's Achievement: Geeta Kumari Samota (or Geeta Kumari), a CISF employee in Udaipur, recently climbed Mount Everest.

• National Teacher Award Recipients (2023): Sheela Asopa and Asha Suman received the National Teacher Award in 2023.

• National Teacher Award Recipients (2024): Baljinder Singh Barar and Hukumchand Choudhary received the National Teacher Award in 2024.

• MBM University, Jodhpur: First university in the state to start an astrology course (40 seats, 12th pass eligibility).

• Rajasthan Health Sciences University (RHSU), Jaipur: Recently held its 10th convocation ceremony on May 20, 2025. Establishment of the Rajasthan Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), modeled after AIIMS, is underway at RHSU.

• MBM University, Jodhpur:

  • Granted university status in September 2021.
  • Established on August 15, 1951.
  • Recently developed a blockchain system for home voting.
  • Is the first university in Rajasthan to offer an astrology course (40 seats, 12th pass eligibility).

• Other Rajasthan Universities:

  • Rajasthan Technical University, Kota: Established in January 1957. Kulguru: Alpna Kateja. Magazine: The Economist.
  • Jai Narain Vyas University: Established in 1962. Features a Veer Tejaaji and Tribal Studies Center.
  • Rajasthan Health Sciences University, Jaipur: Held its 10th convocation ceremony on May 20, 2025. The Rajasthan Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) is being established here, modeled after AIIMS.

• MBM University's New Astrology Course: MBM University in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, a technical university offering engineering courses, is launching a three-month astrology course. The course will have 40 seats and is open to 12th-grade pass students.

• MBM University Details:

  • Established: August 15, 1951.
  • Granted University Status: September 2021.
  • Vice-Chancellor: Ajay Sharma.
  • Developed a blockchain system for home-based voting.

• Measles-Rubella Elimination Campaign:

  • The campaign aims to eliminate measles and rubella by December 2026.
  • The Indian government's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare involved state urban development departments in the campaign.

• MBM Technological University:

  • MBM Technological University in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, is the first state university to introduce an astrology course.
  • The course is three months long, has 40 seats, and is open to 12th-grade pass students.- Bhamashah Awards: Individuals donating ₹1 lakh or more to government schools will be recognized as Bhamashahs.

• Measles-Rubella Elimination Campaign:

  • The Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare launched a campaign to eliminate measles and rubella by December 2026.
  • The Urban Development Department of state governments is involved in the campaign's implementation.

• Jyotish Shastra Course: MBM Technological University is the first in the state to offer a Jyotish Shastra (astrology) course.

• Bhamashah Awards: Bhamashah recipients will receive awards at the village, tehsil, and district levels. Award amounts are tiered:

  • Shiksha Mitra: ₹5,000 - ₹25,000 donation
  • Shiksha Saathi: ₹25,000 - ₹1,00,000 donation
  • Shiksha Shri: ₹1,00,000 - ₹15,00,000 donation
  • Shiksha Bhooshan: ₹15,00,000 - ₹1,00,00,000 donation
  • Shiksha Vibhushan: Over ₹1,00,00,000 donation

• Government School Donations: Bhamashah who donate ₹1,00,000 to government schools will be honored.

• Measles-Rubella Elimination Campaign: The Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare's Measles-Rubella elimination campaign has included the Urban Development Department at the state level. The goal is complete elimination by December 2026.

• Bhamashah Awards: Bhamashahs (individuals donating to government school development) will be awarded at the district level. Previously, the minimum donation was 5 lakh rupees; this has been revised to 1 lakh rupees.

• New Award Categories: New award categories for donations are introduced:

  • Shiksha Mitra: 5,000 - 25,000 rupees donation.
  • Shiksha Sathi: 25,000 - 100,000 rupees donation.
  • Shiksha Shri: 100,000 - 1,500,000 rupees donation.
  • Shiksha Bhushan: 1,500,000 - 10,000,000 rupees donation.
  • Shiksha Vibhushan: Over 10,000,000 rupees donation.

• Rajasthan Government Initiatives:

  • The Rajasthan government launched a ₹26,000 crore project.
  • The "Bhamashah" initiative recognizes individuals contributing to school development. Previously, recognition was given for contributions exceeding ₹5 lakh. This has been revised to ₹1 lakh.

• Bhamashah Scheme Changes:

  • The criteria for receiving the Bhamashah award has been lowered from contributions exceeding ₹5 lakh to ₹1 lakh.
  • The award is given at the district level.

• US Vice President's Jaipur Visit:

  • US Vice President Kamala Harris visited Jaipur.
  • Welcomed by elephants Chand and Pushpa at Amer Fort.
  • Presented with a conch shell crafted from blue pottery by Guru Gopal Saini.

• Rajasthan Government Initiatives:

  • ₹26,000 crore worth of projects inaugurated.
  • Charkha (spinning wheel) presented to the Prime Minister on May 25, 2025.
  • Bhamashah Samman: The Rajasthan government's Bhamashah initiative recognizes individuals contributing to school development. The financial assistance threshold for receiving the award at the district level has been reduced from ₹5 lakh to ₹1 lakh.* PM Modi's Rajasthan Visit (May 22, 2025):
  • Visited Bikaner, including Karni Mata Temple in Deshnok.
  • Visited Palana, inaugurated/performed groundbreaking ceremonies for ₹26 crore worth of projects.
  • Virtually inaugurated 103 railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
  • Presented with a "Charkha" (spinning wheel) by the Chief Minister.

• Other Rajasthan Current Affairs:

  • Recognition of individuals supporting government schools (Bhamashahs).
  • Measles-Rubella eradication campaign.
  • First university in Rajasthan to offer a course in astrology.
  • Female teacher from Rajasthan successfully climbed Mount Everest Base Camp.

• PM Modi's Jaipur Visit (December 9, 2024):

  • Presented with a sandalwood sword during the "Rising Rajasthan" event.