RAS question
The state flower of Rajasthan is:
Correct answer: (C) Rohida.
Rohida, botanically known as Tecomella undulata, is the state flower of Rajasthan.
Explanation
Rajasthan's state flower is Rohida, whose botanical name is Tecomella undulata. Its golden-orange flowers bloom in the desert landscape and link it to Rajasthan's geographical identity. For RAS, remember the exact official pairing—Rajasthan, state flower, Rohida, Tecomella undulata. Familiar flowers such as lotus, rose, and sunflower can cause confusion, but none of them is Rajasthan's state flower.
Why the other options are wrong
- (A) Lotus is India's national flower, not Rajasthan's state flower.
- (B) Rose is a common flower, but it is not Rajasthan's state flower; the state flower is Rohida.
- (D) Sunflower is not Rajasthan's state flower; the official state flower is Rohida (Tecomella undulata).
Concept
Rajasthan's state symbols are part of static general knowledge under the Rajasthan Political and Administrative System. RAS questions on these symbols often test the state's administrative and cultural identity, so exact matching matters: distinguish the official state symbol from a familiar national or common flower.