Description : Which of the following methods of farming is/ are the best form of sustainable agriculture? I. Mixed Cropping II. Intercropping III. Crop Rotation Correct code is - a) Only III b) Only I and III c) Only II and III d) I, II and III all
Last Answer : d) I, II and III all
Description : _______ is a system of agricultural and social design principles centered on simulating or directly utilizing the patterns and features observed in natural ecosystems. a. Agroculture b. Algaculture c. Orgaculture d. Permaculture
Last Answer : d. Permaculture
Description : Which factor is not responsible for Global ecological crisis? (a) Depletion of resources for satisfying the greed of few individuals. (b) Accumulation of resources in few hands. (c) Sustainable economic development. (d) Indiscriminate exploitation of resources.
Last Answer : (c) Sustainable economic development.
Description : Which of the following is the term for a whole farm management system which aims to deliver more sustainable agriculture? a. Community Farming b. Social Farming c. Complete Farming d. Holistic Farming e. Integrated Farming
Last Answer : e. Integrated Farming
Description : Which of the following is/ are sustainable agricultural practices? I. Mixed Cropping II. Crop Rotation III. Intercropping IV. Integrated farming Correct code is - a. I, II and III only b. II, III and IV only c. I, III, and IV only d. I, II, III and IV all
Last Answer : d. I, II, III and IV all
Description : The National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) aims at which of the following? a. Enhancing agricultural productivity, protection of resources such as land, water, biodiversity and ... mechanism. d. Providing Irrigation benefits to the farmers to ensure early completion of projects.
Last Answer : a. Enhancing agricultural productivity, protection of resources such as land, water, biodiversity and genetic resources by developing strategies to make agriculture more resilient to climate change.
Description : The SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) which were accepted in 2015, replaced which earlier goals/ agreement?(Agriculture MCQ) a. A Intended Development Goals (IDGs) b. B Centenary Development Goals (CDGs) c. C Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) d. D Ecology Development Goals (EDGs)
Last Answer : c. C Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)
Description : Assertion: Ecological sanitation is a sustainable system for handling human excreta. Reason: It is a practical and hygienic method of using dry compos
Last Answer : Assertion: Ecological sanitation is a sustainable system for handling human excreta. Reason: It is a ... and Reason are false, then mark (4).
Description : Which type of agriculture is also known as ‘Slash and burn farming’ ?
Last Answer : Shifting Agriculture
Description : In the context of India, which of the following is/ are considered to be practice(s) of eco-friendly agriculture? 1. Crop diversification 2. Legume intensification 3. Tensiometer use 4. Vertical farming Select the correct answer using the ... a) 1, 2 and 3 only b) 3 only c) 4 only d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Last Answer : d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Description : The farming in which farmers focus on growing enough food to feed themselves and other family members is called - a. Organic farming b. Industrial farming c. Ley farming d. Subsistence agriculture
Last Answer : d. Subsistence agriculture
Description : Milpa and Ladang are different names for - a. shifting cultivation b. mixed farming c. truck farming d. plantation agriculture
Last Answer : a. shifting cultivation
Description : In agriculture what is Green Manure ? a. Crops which are especially grown with the purpose of converting them for manure. b. Manure which is used only for Organic Farming. c. Manure ... to suit the growing crops d. Especially manufactured manure for the purpose of distracting pests and insects
Last Answer : a. Crops which are especially grown with the purpose of converting them for manure.
Description : Which among the following deals with that branch of agricultural economics which is mainly about the business principles and interests of farming? a. Agriculture management b. Business management c. Economy management d. Farm management
Last Answer : d. Farm management
Description : Which one of the followings is not a type of growth rate as mentioned in Harrod-Domar model ? (a) Actual growth rate (b) Sustainable growth rate (c) Natural growth rate (d) Warranted growth rate
Last Answer : (d) Warranted growth rate
Description : What is permaculture?
Last Answer : Permaculture is a system of agricultural and social design principles that seeks to emulate natural ecosystems in order to create sustainable human settlements, and is an important concept in environmental science and sustainability.
Last Answer : Permaculture is a system of agricultural and social design principles centered around simulating or directly utilizing the patterns and features observed in natural ecosystems, and is an important concept in environmental science and sustainability.
Description : What is sustainable agriculture?
Last Answer : Sustainable agriculture is the practice of farming that utilizes techniques that protect the environment, public health, human communities, and animal welfare, and is an important concept in environmental science and sustainability.
Last Answer : Sustainable agriculture is a system of agricultural production that emphasizes the use of renewable resources, such as soil and water, and seeks to minimize negative environmental impacts, while ... of a growing population, and is an important concept in environmental science and sustainability.
Last Answer : Sustainable agriculture refers to a system of farming practices that are environmentally responsible, socially just, and economically viable, and is an important concept in environmental science and sustainability.
Description : Under the National mission for sustainable agriculture mission how much percentage of allocated fund would be invested on women farmers? a. 50% b. 33% c. c. 25% d. 30% e. e. 23%
Last Answer : d. 30%
Description : ………………… is an ecological system of agriculture
Last Answer : Nomadic herding
Description : In context to agriculture what is Fallow Land ? a. Fallowing is the process to make the soil rich in phosphorus b. Agricultural land which is added with organic matter to reduce its ... . Agriculture field which is left unplanted so that the soil's natural nutrient balance can be restored
Last Answer : d. Agriculture field which is left unplanted so that the soil’s natural nutrient balance can be restored.
Description : In context to agriculture what is Fallow Land ? a. Fallowing is the process to make the soil rich in phosphorus b. Agricultural land which is added with organic matter to reduce its ... Agriculture field which is left unplanted so that the soil's natural nutrient balance can be restored.
Last Answer : d. Agriculture field which is left unplanted so that the soil’s natural nutrient balance can be restored
Description : The term 'Green GNP' emphasises - (1) rapid growth of GNP (2) increase in per capita income (3) economic development (4) sustainable development
Last Answer : (4) sustainable development Explanation: The gross national product (GNP) measures the welfare of a nation's economy through the aggregate of products and services produced in that nation, Although ... national product that would indicate if activities benefit or harm the economy and well-being.
Description : CAMPA is a dedicated fund for the promotion of- a. Pollution control b. Sustainable Development c. Afforestation d. Advancements in Irrigation
Last Answer : c. Afforestation
Description : The term ‘Green GNP’ emphasises (1) rapid growth of GNP (2) increase in per capita income (3) economic development (4) sustainable development
Last Answer : sustainable development
Description : Which of the following is not a system under which classification of Agro-forestry System is done? a. Ecological Basis b. Socio-economic Basis c. Functional Basis d. Monetary Basis
Last Answer : d. Monetary Basis
Description : The method of harvesting a crop which leaves the roots and the lower parts of the plant uncut to give the subtle crops is known as - a. Mulching b. Intensive farming c. Ratooning d. Zero tillage farming
Last Answer : c. Ratooning
Description : Growing of two or more crops simultaneously on the same field in a definite pattern is known as - a. mixed cropping b. inter cropping c. mixed farming d. hybrid farming
Last Answer : a. mixed cropping
Description : The method of harvesting a crop which leaves the roots and the lower parts of the plant uncut to give the subtle crops is known as? a. Mulching B. Intensive farming C. Ratooning D. Zero tillage farming
Last Answer : C. Ratooning
Description : If instead of soil, flowing water is used in a specially designed greenhouse farms to grow plants, then this type of farming is known as? a. Hydroculture b. Pisciponics c. Hydroponics d. Aquaponics
Last Answer : c. Hydroponics
Description : One type of agriculture produces only food crop for sustaining the high population and domestic animals. Name the farming type. -Geography
Last Answer : Intensive subsistence farming produces only food crop for sustaining the high population and domestic animals. It is characterized by small land holdings which are cultivated by the farmer and his ... labour. Often farming is further intensified by the use of fertilizers and artificial irrigation.
Description : In India the yield per hectare is very low in (a) intensive farming (b) extensive farming (c) commercial cultivation (d) plantation agriculture
Last Answer : Ans: (b)
Description : Extensive subsistence agriculture is ; [Stenograpers' Exam 1990] (a) farming on the slopes of Western Ghats (b) farming in the thickly populated areas (c) farming in the thinly populated areas (d) farming in the forests of equatorial region
Last Answer : Ans: (c)
Description : Which of the following methods does not help in conserving soil fertility and moisture? (1) Contour ploughing (2) Dry farming (3) Strip cropping (4) Shifting agriculture
Last Answer : (4) Shifting agriculture Explanation: Shifting cultivation is an agricultural system in which plots of land are cultivated temporarily, then abandoned. It is also known as slash and burn ... reclaimed by natural vegetation, or sometimes converted to a different long-term cyclical farming practice.
Description : Highly specialized form of agriculture in which crops like coffee, tea and rubber are cultivated refer to – (1) multiple cropping (2) plantation agriculture (3) terrace farming (4) extensive farming
Last Answer : (2) plantation agriculture Explanation: Plantation agriculture is a form of commercial farming where crops are grown for profit. Usually, only one type of crop is grown in a plantation. Common examples include rubber, coffee, tea, bananas, sugar cane, oil palm, cocoa and tobacco.
Description : Which of the following is not a cause of low productivity in In-dian agriculture? (1) Co-operative farming (2) Inadequate inputs availability (3) Sub-division and fragmentation of land holdings (4) Poor finance and marketing facilities.
Last Answer : (1) Co-operative farming Explanation: Productivity is actually a function of efficiency and effectiveness. These two are essential for a productive industry. The agricultural sector in India has ... of population on land is an important demographic factor responsible for low yield in agriculture.
Description : 'Mixed Farming means – (1) Sowing of both cash and food crops (2) Sowing of two or more crops in the same field (3) Sowing of two or more plants in alternate years (4) Rearing of cattle and agriculture
Last Answer : (4) Rearing of cattle and agriculture Explanation: Mixed farming is the combining of two independent agricultural enterprises on the same farm. A typical case of mixed farming is the combination ... with livestock farming. Mixed farming may be treated as a special case of diversified farming.
Description : "Slash and Burn agriculture" is the name given to - (1) method of potato cultivation (2) process of deforestation (3) mixed farming (4) shifting cultivation
Last Answer : (4) shifting cultivation Explanation: Kharif crops refer to the planting, cultivation and harvesting of any domesticated plant sown In the rainy (monsoon) season on the Asian subcontinent. Such crops are ... , green gram, sugarcane, pigeon pea, black gram. groundnut. sunflower, soyabean, rice, etc.
Description : At the time of independence, predominantly India practised - (1) Subsistence agriculture (2) Mixed farming (3) Plantation agriculture (4) Shifting agriculture
Last Answer : (1) Subsistence agriculture Explanation: At the time of independence, Indian farmers practised subsistence agriculture, only producing enough to feed themselves. Since India's independence, food and cash crop supply has greatly improved with the initiation of the Green Revolution in the 1960s.
Description : What is farming along with animal husbandry called? (1) Mixed farming (2) Mixed agriculture (3) Dairy farming (4) Truck farming
Last Answer : (1) Mixed farming Explanation: When on a farm along-with crop production, some other agriculture based practice like poultry, dairy fanning or bee keeping etc. is adopted, then this system of fanning ... mixed farming. It is dominant in India, where most farms have a mixture of fields and pastures.
Description : A system of rotating crops with legume or grass pasture to improve soil structure and fertility is called (a) strip farming (b) shifting agriculture (c) ley farming (d) contour farming.
Last Answer : (c) ley farming
Description : true about plantation agriculture? I. Generally plantation agriculture is considered as an example of subsistence farming. II. Generally single crop is grown on a large area in plantation agriculture. III. It has an interface of agriculture ... IV (2) III and IV (3) I, II and III (4) II, III and IV
Last Answer : (4) II, III and IV
Description : What is farming along with animal husbandry called ? (1) Mixed farming (2) Mixed agriculture (3) Dairy farming (4) Truck farming
Last Answer : Mixed farming
Description : Highly specialized form of agriculture in which crops like coffee, tea and rubber are cultivated refer to (1) multiple cropping (2) plantation agriculture (3) terrace farming (4) extensive farming
Last Answer : plantation agriculture