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Agriculture is the primary source of livelihood for approximately ___% of India's population. |
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58% |
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True or False: India is the largest producer of wheat and rice in the world. |
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False. India is the second-largest producer. |
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What is the primary objective of soil and water conservation programs? |
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To restore degraded lands and ensure the availability of water and soil moisture. |
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True or False: The Kharif season is characterized by planting crops that require less water. |
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False. Kharif crops require more water. |
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The farming system that involves shifting cultivation is also known as ___ in different regions. |
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Jhum or podu |
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What is a significant challenge in dryland farming in India? |
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Erratic and unpredictable rainfall leading to wide fluctuations in crop production. |
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Fill in the blank: The concentration of land in a few hands leads to the ___ of land to its fullest extent. |
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Non-utilization |
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What is one of the main reasons for the rapid growth of the rubber industry in India? |
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Attractive financial and technical incentives from the Rubber Board. |
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True or False: Organic farming relies heavily on chemical fertilizers to improve crop yields. |
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False. Organic farming seeks to minimize the use of chemical inputs. |
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What role does green manuring play in agriculture? |
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It helps in augmenting soil fertility and improving soil physical conditions. |
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Fill in the blank: The main objectives of the PM-KISAN Scheme are to provide direct income support of ___ annually to small and marginal farmers. |
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₹6,000 |
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What is the significance of biofertilizers in agriculture? |
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They are renewable sources that enhance soil fertility and reduce dependency on chemical fertilizers. |
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True or False: The intensity of cropping reflects the efficiency of land use. |
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True. |
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What is the primary focus of the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund? |
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To strengthen farm infrastructure, including cold storage and processing facilities. |
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Fill in the blank: The predominant crop in the Kharif season is ___, which is harvested by the end of the monsoon. |
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Rice |
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What are the two types of arid regions in India? |
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Hot arid region and cold arid region. |
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True or False: Drones and AI are being increasingly used in Indian agriculture for monitoring and resource management. |
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True. |
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What is the main consequence of subsistence farming in India? |
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It results in a deficit agricultural economy with low savings and investment. |
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What are the primary factors contributing to low agricultural productivity in India? |
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Low productivity in India is due to various factors.
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