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 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 : 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 : 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 : 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 : 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 : Which one of the following does not deal with export promotion? (1) Trade Development Authority (2) Mineral and Metal Trading Corporation (3) Cooperative Marketing Societies (4) State Trading Corporation of India
Last Answer : (3) Cooperative Marketing Societies Explanation: Cooperative marketing is just an extension and application of the philosophy of cooperation in the area of agricultural marketing. It is a process of ... between the producer and the consumer, thus getting the maximum price for their produce.
Description : Which one of the following does not deal with export promotion? (1) Trade Development Authority (2) Minerals and Metals Trading Corporation (3) Cooperative Marketing Societies (4) Slate Trading Corporation of India
Last Answer : (3) Cooperative Marketing Societies Explanation: According to the Reserve Bank of India, co-operative marketing is a co-operatove association of cultivators formed primarily for the purpose of helping ... based. The commodity-based societies related to grapes, oranges, banana, pomegranate, etc.
Description : Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), which is mandated with export promotion of scheduled products including fruits, vegetables, poultry, meat, dairy etc, ... Industries c. Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare d. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Last Answer : d. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Description : Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), which is mandated with export promotion of scheduled products including fruits, vegetables, poultry, meat, dairy etc, functions under which ministry? a. Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
Last Answer : Cooperative Marketing Societies
Description : Green banking means - (1) development of forestry by banks (2) financing of environmental friendly projects by banks (3) financing of irrigation projects by banks (4) None of the above
Last Answer : (2) financing of environmental friendly projects by banks Explanation: Green banking is like a normal bank, which considers all the social and environmental/ecological factors with an aim to protect ... but with an additional agenda toward taking care of the Earth's environment/ habitats/resources.
Description : What was the objective of Command Area Development Programme? (1) To ensure that land is given to the tillers (2) To ensure better utilization of irrigation potential (3) To develop I he areas under the command of Army (4) Poverty alleviation in selected areas
Last Answer : (2) To ensure better utilization of irrigation potential Explanation: The Command Area Development Programme was launched in the year 1974-75 under Centrally Sponsored Scheme, with the objective of ... ; construction of field drains; all round development of areas pertaining to agriculture, etc.
Description : What was the objective of Command Area Development Programme? (1) To ensure that land is given to the tillers (2) To ensure better utilisation of irrigation potential (3) To develop the areas under the command of Army (4) Poverty alleviation in selected areas
Last Answer : To ensure better utilisation of irrigation potential
Description : Green banking means (1) development of forestry by banks (2) financing of environmental friendly projects by banks (3) financing of irrigation projects by banks (4) None of the above
Last Answer : financing of environmental friendly projects by banks
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 : 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 : Sustainable agriculture is also known as– a. Ecological farming b. Natural farming c. Permaculture d. All of these
Last Answer : d. All of these
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 : National AQI published by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) considers concentration of how many pollutants for determining the index: a. Five b. Eight c. Six d. Twelve
Last Answer : b. Eight
Description : What are the most significant technological advancements of the past century, and how have they impacted society?
Last Answer : There have been many significant technological advancements over the past century that have had a significant impact on society. Here are a few examples: The internet: The development of the internet ... wind power has the potential to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and combat climate change.
Description : Should ethics be overlooked in the field of technological advancements if the benefits outweigh the costs?
Last Answer : Why is it unethical to cause harm to a few so that many more may be kept free from harm? I would think that if the few did not make the sacrifice, then many others would suffer, instead. You may ... agree with you that the few should not suffer for the benefit of the many. Just what are you asking?
Description : What are some medical advancements the general population should be aware of that have been made in the last decade or so that's life changing/ or history making?
Last Answer : 3-D printed organs. Also, a pig’s heart was just put into a human for the first time.
Description : What is the importance of using high yielding variety of seeds, machines and other technological advancements in increasing the agricultural production? -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) High Yielding Variety of seeds and machines form the basis of modernisation of agriculture. (ii) The Government of India has opened agricultural universities, agricultural research institutes, ... agricultural production. (iv) Farmers get these inputs on subsidised rates and on loan basis.
Description : Do you think that all of your advancements are because of the things around you contributed to your advancing?
Last Answer : Through the years of existence, I had learned so many things, either good or bad. My life is not a perfect one because of mistakes experienced back in the old days. It may happen at present or in the future. The best course of action is to face them and learn from them.
Description : What advancements in learning did the Egyptians make?
Last Answer : the advances Egyptians made paper, and the system ofhieroglyphs
Description : How did advancements in farming affect China's population?
Last Answer : Feel Free to Answer
Description : What kind of advancements are available with clerical jobs?
Last Answer : For clerical jobs you must have good speed of type writing and shorthand skills. If you have some sort of computer knowlege and analytical skills you have a good future in clerical ... specialized clerical skills are required have more room for advancement. Examples are medical and legal fields.
Description : What advancements have been made in using spinal cord surgery to treat paralysis in the last 5 years?
Last Answer : In the past 5 years there has been many different advancements in the use of spinal cord surgery. This treatment is designed to help reform broken pieces of the spine.
Description : Which of these technological advancements was envisioned by a science fiction writer and became a reality?
Last Answer : It would be diving suit for apex ðŸ˜
Description : Which of the following are not drivers of Internationalization? A. Income Inequalities. B. Lingual Advancements C. All the above D. None of the above
Last Answer : All the above
Description : Which of the following are drivers of Internationalization? A. Country specific migrants B. Trade policies C. Lingual Advancements D. All of the above
Last Answer : Trade policies
Description : Which of the following are elements of International Strategy framework? A. Climatic Conditions B. Country specific migrants C. Lingual Advancements D. Factor Conditions
Last Answer : Factor Conditions
Description : Which of the following are elements of International Strategy framework? A. Trade policies B. Lingual Advancements C. Economic Stability D. Climatic conditions
Description : Which of the following are elements of International Strategy framework? A. Lingual Advancements B. Climatic conditions C. Favourable logistics D. None of these options
Last Answer : Favourable logistics
Description : The advantage of spring irrigation are a. Water saving b. Equal distribution. c. Cause water pollution d. Plant diseases
Last Answer : a. Water saving b. Equal distribution.
Description : Irrigation in India faces many problems. (a) Reduced water pollution and improved quality of water. (b) Deforestation leading to drought and reduction of rainfall. (c) A large quantity of water is not properly utilized. (d) All
Last Answer : (c) A large quantity of water is not properly utilized.
Description : How does afforestation help in maintaining ecological balance? -SST 10th
Last Answer : We human along with all living organisms form a complex web of ecological system in which we are only a part and very much dependent on this system for our own existence. For example, the ... in the ecological system as these are also the primary producers on which all other living beings depend.
Description : Explain the terms: Re-afforestation and Forest Conservation. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Re-afforestation: Growing trees in place of those which have been cut down. The policy of the government is that two trees should be planted for every tree cut down. Forest Conservation: preservation of forests. This is why the government has designated certain forests as ‘Reserved Forests’.
Description : Differentiate Afforestation and Deforestation. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Afforestation Deforestation 1. The scheme of plantation of new forest is called afforestation. It means destruction of forest because of overgrazing, forest fire, cutting of trees, etc. 2. This protects soil from eroding. This causes soil erosion.
Description : Afforestation is :
Last Answer : Afforestation is : A. Restoring a forest B. Plantation in barren land C. Cultivation of under agriculture D. Jhum cultivation
Description : How can you and your school help with afforestation?
Last Answer : we can play games.we can stop afforestation.
Description : To check the expansion of Thar desert which one of the following methods is expected to yield the best results? (a) Artificial rain (b) Construction of canals (c) Afforestation (d) Construction of Dams
Last Answer : Ans: (c)
Description : Soil erosion on hill slopes can be checked by – (1) Afforestation (2) Terrace cultivation (3) Strip cropping (4) Contour ploughing
Last Answer : (2) Terrace cultivation Explanation: Terrace farming is a type of farming that was developed first by the Inca people. This method of farming uses "steps", called andenes that are built into the side of ... of water that would take plants with it and destroy the all of the crops on the hillside.
Description : In a desert region, soil erosion can be checked by – (1) Tree plantation/afforestation (2) Crop rotation (3) Contour ploughing (4) Using farm manure
Last Answer : (1) Tree plantation/afforestation Explanation: Soil erosion in a desert region can be checked by tree plantation and afforestation.
Description : Soil erosion can be prevented by – (1) Increasing bird population (2) Afforestation (3) Removal of vegetation (4) Overgrazing
Last Answer : (2) Afforestation Explanation: Soil erosion takes place when the soil is blown away by the wind or washed away by the rain. Afforestation or planting trees can check soil erosion as roots of trees/ ... planted their roots don't allow the soil to be blown or washed away and prevent soil erosion.
Description : Plantation of trees on a large scale to check soil erosion are called: (1) Shelter belts (2) Contour ploughing (3) Strip cropping (4) Afforestation
Last Answer : (4) Afforestation Explanation: Afforestation is the establishment of a forest or stand of trees in an area where there was no forest. As plant roots hold the soil. Afforestation prevents soil erosion and enables better retention of water.
Description : Afforestation is the process of – (1) clearing forests (2) planting more trees (3) cutting down trees (4) collecting forest resources
Last Answer : (2) planting more trees Explanation: Afforestation is the establishment of a forest or stand of trees in an area where there was no forest, Many governments and nongovernmental ... to create forests, increase carbon capture and sequestration, and help to anthropogenically improve biodiversity.
Description : Afforestation is the process of
Last Answer : Plantation