Over 200,000 sq km or 60% of Rajasthan is arid, and forms 62% of the Indian arid zone. Annual rainfall spans 100-350 mm, is largely monsoonal and highly variable, and grazing is the major land use. Meat, wool and milk underpin the economy, while crop production is opportunistic and for subsistence only. The human population is increasing by about 30% every decade and is currently about 20 million, of which 80% are rural dwellers. Livestock numbers are also growing and recent estimates stand at about 11 million Adult Cattle Units (ACU). ...
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