India's agricultural crop year is divided into two main seasons known as ___ and ___.

Kharif and rabi

True or False: Kharif crops are primarily sown during the winter season.

False. Kharif crops are sown during the summer monsoon season.

List two key objectives of land reforms in India.

Addressing institutional disparities and enhancing agricultural productivity.

The Green Revolution primarily focused on increasing the production of ___ and ___.

Wheat and rice

True or False: The Second Green Revolution aims to promote environmentally sustainable agricultural practices.

True.

Identify two challenges faced during the economic access phase of food distribution in India.

Severe food shortages in certain regions and inability of citizens to afford food despite surplus stocks.

Fill in the blank: The National Food Security Act was enacted in ___.

2013

What is the primary aim of crop diversification in Indian agriculture?

To promote sustainable agriculture and increase farmers' incomes.

What are the two main components of the Green Revolution?

High Yielding Variety (HYV) seeds and chemical fertilizers.

What was a significant environmental concern associated with the Green Revolution?

Soil degradation and pollution from excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.

What is one advantage of using Natural Farming methods?

It promotes sustainable and climate-friendly farming practices.

Fill in the blank: The International Year of Millets (IYM) was designated by the UNO for the year ___.

2023

What has been a major limitation of fertilizer use efficiency in Indian agriculture?

Declining response ratio and imbalances in fertilizer application.

True or False: Agricultural mechanization in India has led to a decrease in labor demand in farming.

True.

What is the objective of the PMFBY scheme launched by the Government of India?

To provide financial support to farmers in case of crop failures.

What critical role do agricultural extension services (AES) play in farming?

They provide advisory services to improve productivity and farm practices.

True or False: The WTO's provisions on agriculture include a 'red box' for subsidies that are entirely forbidden.

False. The WTO does not have a 'red box' for subsidies.