The characteristics of desert spread in the western part of Rajasthan are given as below:
1. It is considered as the remains of Tethys geosyncline.
2. In the desert area of Rajasthan, transportation of sand dunes is seen.
3. The transversal, longitudinal and Barkhan dunes are found in this region.
4. There are many salt water lakes in this area.
5. The conditions of high temperature, less rainfall and lack of vegetation are seen here.
6. Most of the vegetation found here is in the form of grass or thorny shrubs.
7. The inland drainage system and bunches of rivers are seen here.
8. The extension of sandy soil is found in this area.