The state’s economy largely depends on agriculture, industries, natural resources and tourism. Rajasthan has large deposits of zinc and copper and these are being exploited for the development of industries dependant on these metals. Also deposits of gypsum, lignite and mica are found in various parts of the state. It has a large production of cotton and the textile industries have been coming up in several places in Rajasthan. Other private sector industries of the state include cement, ball bearings, sugar, caustic soda and other chemicals.

Rajasthan is a state where 80% of the people depend on agriculture. The rural economy of the state largely depends on farming. The major crops grown in the state include bajra, juar, wheat and barley. Apart from these, the state also produces other important crops like groundnut, sesame, cotton and Maize. Fruits and vegetables are also grown in the state; these are mainly orange, lemon, guava and mango.