1. Maize does not benefit from Mawath (winter rains).

2. It is caused by Mediterranean cyclones which are also called western disturbances. A Western Disturbance is an extratropical storm originating in the Mediterranean region that brings sudden winter rainfall to northwestern parts of the Indian subcontinent.

3. It is a non-monsoon rainfall pattern which is driven by westerly winds. The moisture in these storms usually originates over the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean.

1. Hanumangarh district of Rajasthan is the largest producer of gram.

2. Gram is an important pulse crop of Rajasthan and has an important role in the agri-commodity market.

3. India is at the top among gram producing countries in the world. Gram is basically grown in dry areas.

1. Harsh Parvat is located in Sikar district of Rajasthan. This mountain is located about 14 kilometres south-east of Sikar city.

2. Harsh Parvat is named after Harshnath Temple. This temple is situated at the foothills of Harsha Parvat.

3. A beautiful view of the surrounding area is visible from this mountain. There are also many religious places, historical sites, and natural sites on Harsha Parvat.

Chambal river water is used for irrigation, hydropower generation and water transportation. Four major dams have been built on the Chambal River, including Gandhi Sagar Dam (Madhya Pradesh), Rana Pratap Sagar Dam, Jawahar Sagar Dam and Kota Barrage (Rajasthan). These dams provide water for irrigation and also generate hydroelectricity.