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Agricultural Practices in India

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Agricultural practices in India form a core segment of geography and economics syllabi. This hub covers crop distribution, farming techniques, and land measurement terms. These concepts regularly appear in SSC, state PSC, and civil services examinations.

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Agricultural Practices in India Questions

Multiple choice

What is the target for increasing production of wheat under the National Food Security Mission?

  1. 5 million tonnes

  2. 10 million tonnes

  3. 15 million tonnes

  4. 20 million tonnes
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The target for increasing production of wheat under the National Food Security Mission is 15 million tonnes.

Multiple choice

What is the target for increasing production of pulses under the National Food Security Mission?

  1. 2 million tonnes

  2. 4 million tonnes

  3. 6 million tonnes

  4. 8 million tonnes
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The target for increasing production of pulses under the National Food Security Mission is 2 million tonnes.

Multiple choice

What is the target for increasing production of oilseeds under the National Food Security Mission?

  1. 1 million tonnes

  2. 2 million tonnes

  3. 3 million tonnes

  4. 4 million tonnes
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The target for increasing production of oilseeds under the National Food Security Mission is 1 million tonnes.

Multiple choice

What are the achievements of the National Food Security Mission?

  1. Increase in production of rice, wheat, pulses, and oilseeds

  2. Improvement in agricultural practices

  3. Development of irrigation infrastructure

  4. Increased income for farmers

  5. All of the above
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E Correct answer
Explanation

The achievements of the National Food Security Mission include increase in production of rice, wheat, pulses, and oilseeds, improvement in agricultural practices, development of irrigation infrastructure, and increased income for farmers.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the practice of raising animals for food?

  1. Animal agriculture

  2. Animal farming

  3. Animal husbandry

  4. Animal production
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Animal agriculture refers to the practice of raising animals for food, often involving intensive farming methods that raise ethical concerns about animal welfare.

Multiple choice

Which of these crops was NOT cultivated by the Indus Valley people?

  1. Wheat

  2. Barley

  3. Cotton

  4. Rice
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Rice was not cultivated by the Indus Valley people.

Multiple choice

Which farming simulator game is praised for its realistic depiction of agricultural practices, featuring detailed crop cultivation, livestock management, and realistic machinery?

  1. Farming Simulator 22

  2. Pure Farming 2018

  3. FS19

  4. Cattle and Crops
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Farming Simulator 22 is known for its realistic farming mechanics, allowing players to operate a variety of agricultural machinery, cultivate crops, raise livestock, and manage their farm with realistic economic factors.

Multiple choice

What are some of the common injuries that agricultural workers suffer?

  1. Back injuries

  2. Head injuries

  3. Hand injuries

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Agricultural workers are at risk for a variety of injuries, including back injuries, head injuries, and hand injuries.

Multiple choice

What is the Fertile Crescent?

  1. A region in the Middle East known for its rich soil and abundant water resources

  2. A crescent-shaped region in North Africa known for its lush vegetation

  3. A fertile region in South Asia known for its agricultural productivity

  4. A fertile region in Europe known for its wine production
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Fertile Crescent is a region in the Middle East that is known for its rich soil and abundant water resources. It is located in the area between the Mediterranean Sea and the Persian Gulf, and includes the countries of Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Israel, and Palestine.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a biofortified crop?

  1. Golden rice

  2. Bt cotton

  3. Roundup Ready soybeans

  4. Dwarf wheat
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Golden rice is a biofortified crop that has been genetically modified to produce beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a biofortified crop that has been developed through conventional breeding?

  1. Golden rice

  2. High-iron beans

  3. Vitamin A-rich sweet potatoes

  4. Zinc-enriched wheat
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B Correct answer
Explanation

High-iron beans are an example of a biofortified crop that has been developed through conventional breeding.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the practice of growing crops and raising livestock together?

  1. Agroforestry

  2. Silvopasture

  3. Permaculture

  4. Aquaculture
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Silvopasture is the practice of growing crops and raising livestock together. This can be a sustainable and productive way to farm, as it mimics the natural ecosystem in which trees and animals coexist.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the practice of planting a variety of crops in the same field?

  1. Monoculture

  2. Polyculture

  3. Agroforestry

  4. Silvopasture
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Polyculture is the practice of planting a variety of crops in the same field. This can help to improve soil fertility, reduce the risk of pests and diseases, and increase biodiversity.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's first genetically modified (GM) crop?

  1. Bt cotton

  2. Bt brinjal

  3. Golden rice

  4. Bt corn
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bt cotton was India's first genetically modified (GM) crop, approved for commercial cultivation in 2002.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common type of legume?

  1. Corn

  2. Wheat

  3. Soybeans

  4. Barley
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Soybeans are a type of legume, known for their high protein content and versatility in food products, such as tofu, tempeh, and soy milk.