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Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

Which of the following is the reason behind low productivity of India's livestock despite the population being very high?

  1. Lack of promotion of good breed of animals.

  2. Lack of credit facilities for small and marginal farmers.

  3. Lack of good veterinary care.

  4. All of the above.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Though in terms of numbers, our livestock population is quite impressive but its productivity is quite low ascompared to other countries. It requiresimproved technology andpromotion of good breeds of animals to enhance productivity. Improved veterinary care and credit facilities to small and marginal farmers and landless labourers would enhancesustainable livelihood options through livestock production.

Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

Operation Flood, launched in 1970, was a project of which of the following organizations?

  1. Indian Dairy Assocaition

  2. National Dairy Development Board

  3. Anand Milk Union Limited

  4. Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Operation Flood was a rural development programme started by India's National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) in 1970. One of the largest of its kind, the programme objective was to create a nationwide milk grid.



It resulted in making India one of the largest producers of milk and milk products and hence is also called the White Revolution of India. It also helped reduce malpractices by milk traders and merchants.

Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

State whether the following statements are True or False.
40% of India's population depends upon agriculture.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The percentage of India's population dependent on agriculture has historically been much higher than 40 percent, typically cited around 50 to 60 percent.

Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

Who are the Zamindars?

  1. Land owners

  2. Renters of land

  3. Farmers

  4. None of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In the historical context of the Zamindari system in India, Zamindars were the landlords or owners of the land who collected revenue from the cultivators.

Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

What was the main interest of the zamindars?

  1. Collect rent

  2. Improve farmers livelihoods

  3. Insure farmers in case of poor harvest

  4. All of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The primary role of the Zamindar under the British colonial system was to act as an intermediary for revenue collection, with their main interest being the extraction of rent from the tenants.

Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

Which sector dominated India's economy during the British colonial rule?

  1. Tertiary sector

  2. Secondary sector

  3. Primary Sector

  4. Mining sector
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C Correct answer
Explanation

During British colonial rule, the vast majority of the Indian population relied on agriculture for their livelihood. This reliance on farming and related activities placed the primary sector at the center of the economy.

Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

Which of the following are the disadvantages of a mixed crop livestock farming system?

  1. Farmers in mixed systems have to divide their attention and resources over several activities

  2. Resource-poor farmers going into mixed farming have to apply labour- intensive techniques.

  3. The possibility of reducing risk, spreading labour and re-utilizing resources

  4. Only A and B
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Mixed farming is combining two or more independent agricultural activities on the same farm. A typical case of mixed farming is the combination of crop cultivation with dairy farming or in more general terms, crop cultivation with livestock farming.

Mixing has both advantages and disadvantages. For example, farmers in mixed systems have to divide their attention and resources over several activities, thus leading to reduced economies of scale.  Resource-poor farmers going into mixed farming have to apply labour- intensive techniques. Advantages include the possibility of reducing risk, spreading labour and re-utilizing resources.

Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

What are the advantages of mixed farming with respect to rural farm economy of India?

  1. Farmers can keep their fields under continuous production.

  2. It enhances the productivity of the farmland.

  3. Reduce dependency on external inputs and costs.

  4. Sometimes one activity may hinder the other activity.

  5. Only A and B.

  6. Only A, B and C.
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F Correct answer
Explanation

Advantages of Mixed farming:

  • Farmers can keep their fields under continuous production.
  • It enhances the productivity of the farmland
  • It increases the per capita profitability
  • Both farmings compliment each other.
  • It enhances the productivity of the farmer also.
  • Reduce dependency on external inputs and costs
In the example of mixed cropping of animal husbandry and crop farming, the crops and animals components can complement and support each other. For example, the crop farming gives feed to the animals, and in turn, the animals can supply fertilizers to the crop. So this reduces the need and cost of fertilization and animal feed. 

Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

What area of the farm economy of India did the 'Golden Revolution' try to overhaul?

  1. Horticulture

  2. Honey

  3. Rice

  4. Only A and B
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In India, the period between 1991 to 2003 is termed as Golden Revolution.

Golden revolution is about Honey and Horticulture production. During this period there is a huge production of fruits, vegetables, honey and other horticulture products.

Multiple choice economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

Cooperating farming _______.

  1. succeeded

  2. failed

  3. had a moderate response

  4. none of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Cooperative farming in India generally failed to achieve its intended objectives due to social resistance, lack of motivation, and poor implementation. It did not gain significant traction among the farming community.