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1. Question
The Genetic Engineering Approval Committee, whose permission is required for cultivation of any genetically modified crop such as Bt Cotton in India, is under the Union Ministry of: [2003]
CorrectThe genetic engineering approval committee comes under Ministry of Enviroment, Forest and Climate change.
IncorrectThe genetic engineering approval committee comes under Ministry of Enviroment, Forest and Climate change.
UnattemptedThe genetic engineering approval committee comes under Ministry of Enviroment, Forest and Climate change.
- Question 2 of 20
2. Question
Consider the following statements: [2003]
1. India ranks first in the world in fruit production
2. India ranks second in the world in export of tobacco
Which of these statements is/are correct?CorrectIndia ranked 2nd in the fruit production in the world and ranked 6th in production of tobacco.
IncorrectIndia ranked 2nd in the fruit production in the world and ranked 6th in production of tobacco.
UnattemptedIndia ranked 2nd in the fruit production in the world and ranked 6th in production of tobacco.
- Question 3 of 20
3. Question
Consider the following crops: [2004]
1. Cotton
2. Groundnut
3. Maize
4. Mustard
Which of the above are kharif crops?CorrectCotton, Groundnut and Maize are kharif crop whereas Mustard is a rabi crop.
IncorrectCotton, Groundnut and Maize are kharif crop whereas Mustard is a rabi crop.
UnattemptedCotton, Groundnut and Maize are kharif crop whereas Mustard is a rabi crop.
- Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Consider the following statements: [2005]
1. India is the only country in the world producing all the five known commercial varieties of silk.
2. India is the largest producer of sugar in the world.
Which of the statements given above less is/are correct?CorrectFive varieties of silkworms are reared in India for producing five varieties of silk. Mulberry silk, Muga silk, Tasar silk, Oak tasar silk and Eri silk. India is the 2nd largest producer of sugar in the world.
IncorrectFive varieties of silkworms are reared in India for producing five varieties of silk. Mulberry silk, Muga silk, Tasar silk, Oak tasar silk and Eri silk. India is the 2nd largest producer of sugar in the world.
UnattemptedFive varieties of silkworms are reared in India for producing five varieties of silk. Mulberry silk, Muga silk, Tasar silk, Oak tasar silk and Eri silk. India is the 2nd largest producer of sugar in the world.
- Question 5 of 20
5. Question
Which one of the following statements is correct? [2005]
CorrectBiosafety protocol is an agreement designed to regulate the international trade, handling and use of any genetically engineered organism that may have adverse effects on the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity, taking also into account risks to the human health.
The first meeting was held in 2004 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. India is a signatory member to it the Biosafety protocol deals with genetically modified organism but they donot name them so. USA has sign it put not yet ratify this treaty.IncorrectBiosafety protocol is an agreement designed to regulate the international trade, handling and use of any genetically engineered organism that may have adverse effects on the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity, taking also into account risks to the human health.
The first meeting was held in 2004 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. India is a signatory member to it the Biosafety protocol deals with genetically modified organism but they donot name them so. USA has sign it put not yet ratify this treaty.UnattemptedBiosafety protocol is an agreement designed to regulate the international trade, handling and use of any genetically engineered organism that may have adverse effects on the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity, taking also into account risks to the human health.
The first meeting was held in 2004 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. India is a signatory member to it the Biosafety protocol deals with genetically modified organism but they donot name them so. USA has sign it put not yet ratify this treaty. - Question 6 of 20
6. Question
Assertion (A) : The percentage of net sown area in the total area of Andhra Pradesh is less as compared to that of West Bengal.
Reason (R) : The soil of most of Andhra Pradesh is laterite. [2006]CorrectLaterite soil is mostly found in areas of high rainfall and temperature with alternate dry and wet Periods it is suitable for growing rice, ragi and sugarcane.
IncorrectLaterite soil is mostly found in areas of high rainfall and temperature with alternate dry and wet Periods it is suitable for growing rice, ragi and sugarcane.
UnattemptedLaterite soil is mostly found in areas of high rainfall and temperature with alternate dry and wet Periods it is suitable for growing rice, ragi and sugarcane.
- Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Which one of the following is the correct sequence in the decreasing order of production (in million tones) of the given foodgrains in India? [2007]
CorrectProduction of rice is 96.43 MT, wheat is 78.4 MT, pulses is 15.11 MT and coarse cereals are 40.73 MT in India. So, the correct sequence in decreasing order is Rice – Wheat – Coarse cereals – Pulses.
IncorrectProduction of rice is 96.43 MT, wheat is 78.4 MT, pulses is 15.11 MT and coarse cereals are 40.73 MT in India. So, the correct sequence in decreasing order is Rice – Wheat – Coarse cereals – Pulses.
UnattemptedProduction of rice is 96.43 MT, wheat is 78.4 MT, pulses is 15.11 MT and coarse cereals are 40.73 MT in India. So, the correct sequence in decreasing order is Rice – Wheat – Coarse cereals – Pulses.
- Question 8 of 20
8. Question
Assertion (A) : There are no tea plantations in any African country.
Reason (R) : Tea plants need fertile soil with high humus. [2007]CorrectIn the 20th century tea was being grown in 3 African countries like Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda. So, the assertion is wrong. But the reason is correct because tea plants need highly organic or loamy soils.
IncorrectIn the 20th century tea was being grown in 3 African countries like Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda. So, the assertion is wrong. But the reason is correct because tea plants need highly organic or loamy soils.
UnattemptedIn the 20th century tea was being grown in 3 African countries like Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda. So, the assertion is wrong. But the reason is correct because tea plants need highly organic or loamy soils.
- Question 9 of 20
9. Question
Dalbergia species is associated with which one of the following? [2007]
CorrectRosewood is associated with Dalbergia species. Dalbergia species are used as food plants and fragnant wood in aromatic oils.
IncorrectRosewood is associated with Dalbergia species. Dalbergia species are used as food plants and fragnant wood in aromatic oils.
UnattemptedRosewood is associated with Dalbergia species. Dalbergia species are used as food plants and fragnant wood in aromatic oils.
- Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Which one of the following places was associated with Acharya Vinoba Bhave’s Bhoodan Movement at the beginning of the movement? [2007]
CorrectBhoodan Movement was a voluntary land reform movement in India started by Acharya Vinoba Bhave on April 18, 1951 started at Pochampalli village, in Telangana (Andhra Pardesh).
IncorrectBhoodan Movement was a voluntary land reform movement in India started by Acharya Vinoba Bhave on April 18, 1951 started at Pochampalli village, in Telangana (Andhra Pardesh).
UnattemptedBhoodan Movement was a voluntary land reform movement in India started by Acharya Vinoba Bhave on April 18, 1951 started at Pochampalli village, in Telangana (Andhra Pardesh).
- Question 11 of 20
11. Question
Which one amongst the following has the largest livestock population in the world? [2008]
CorrectIndia has largest livestock population in the world, having 57% of world’s buffalo population and 14% of the cattle population. According to 17th India’s Livestock Census, 2003, the country has about 18.5 crore cattle and 9.8 crore buffalo with total livestock of 48-50 crore and total poultry of 48.90 crore.
IncorrectIndia has largest livestock population in the world, having 57% of world’s buffalo population and 14% of the cattle population. According to 17th India’s Livestock Census, 2003, the country has about 18.5 crore cattle and 9.8 crore buffalo with total livestock of 48-50 crore and total poultry of 48.90 crore.
UnattemptedIndia has largest livestock population in the world, having 57% of world’s buffalo population and 14% of the cattle population. According to 17th India’s Livestock Census, 2003, the country has about 18.5 crore cattle and 9.8 crore buffalo with total livestock of 48-50 crore and total poultry of 48.90 crore.
- Question 12 of 20
12. Question
Consider the following statements: [2008]
1. Chikmagalur is well-known for sugar production.
2. Mandya is well-known as a coffee producing region.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectChikmagalur is famous for coffee. Mandya is famous for sugar and paper production.
IncorrectChikmagalur is famous for coffee. Mandya is famous for sugar and paper production.
UnattemptedChikmagalur is famous for coffee. Mandya is famous for sugar and paper production.
- Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Though coffee and tea both are cultivated on hill slopes, there is some difference between them regarding their cultivation. In this context, consider the following statements: [2010]
1. Coffee plant requires a hot and humid climate of tropical areas whereas tea can be cultivated in both tropical and subtropical areas.
2. Coffee is propagated by seeds but tea is propagated by stem cuttings only.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?CorrectIncorrectUnattempted - Question 14 of 20
14. Question
With reference to soil conservation, consider the following practices: [2010]
1. Crop rotation
2. Sand fences
3. Terracing
4. Wind breaks
Which of the above are considered appropriate methods for soil conservation in India?CorrectThe different types of soil erosion in India are Normal or Geologic Erosion, Accelerated soil Erosion, Wind Erosion, Water Erosion, sheet Erosion, Gully Erosion, Land slides or slip Erosion and stream-bank Erosion.
IncorrectThe different types of soil erosion in India are Normal or Geologic Erosion, Accelerated soil Erosion, Wind Erosion, Water Erosion, sheet Erosion, Gully Erosion, Land slides or slip Erosion and stream-bank Erosion.
UnattemptedThe different types of soil erosion in India are Normal or Geologic Erosion, Accelerated soil Erosion, Wind Erosion, Water Erosion, sheet Erosion, Gully Erosion, Land slides or slip Erosion and stream-bank Erosion.
- Question 15 of 20
15. Question
An objective of the National Food Security Mission is to increase the production of certain crops through area expansion and productivity enhancement in a sustainable manner in the identified districts of the country. What are those crops? [2010]
CorrectNational Food Security Mission launched by government of India to increase the food production of rice, wheat and pulses and commercial gaps like sugarcance jute. The target is to increase the production of rice by 10 million tones, wheat by 8 million tones and pulses, by 2 million tones by the end of Eleventh Plan.
IncorrectNational Food Security Mission launched by government of India to increase the food production of rice, wheat and pulses and commercial gaps like sugarcance jute. The target is to increase the production of rice by 10 million tones, wheat by 8 million tones and pulses, by 2 million tones by the end of Eleventh Plan.
UnattemptedNational Food Security Mission launched by government of India to increase the food production of rice, wheat and pulses and commercial gaps like sugarcance jute. The target is to increase the production of rice by 10 million tones, wheat by 8 million tones and pulses, by 2 million tones by the end of Eleventh Plan.
- Question 16 of 20
16. Question
Due to their extensive rice cultivation, some regions may be contributing to global warming. To what possible reason/reasons is this is attributable? [2010]
1. The anaerobic conditions associated with rice cultivation cause the emission of methane.
2. When nitrogen based fertilizers are used, nitrous oxide is emitted from the cultivated soil.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectIncorrectUnattempted - Question 17 of 20
17. Question
Tamil Nadu is a leading producer of mill-made cotton yarn in the country. What could be the reason? [2010]
1. Black cotton soil is the predominant type of soil in the State.
2. Rich pool of skilled labour is available.
Which of the above is/are the correct reasons?CorrectThe predominant soil in Tamil Nadu is red which supports cotton cultivation and a rich pool of skilled labour is available in Tamil Nadu.
IncorrectThe predominant soil in Tamil Nadu is red which supports cotton cultivation and a rich pool of skilled labour is available in Tamil Nadu.
UnattemptedThe predominant soil in Tamil Nadu is red which supports cotton cultivation and a rich pool of skilled labour is available in Tamil Nadu.
- Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Given below are the names of four energy crops. Which one of them can be cultivated for ethanol? [2010]
CorrectIncorrectUnattempted - Question 19 of 20
19. Question
Salinization occurs when the irrigation water accumulated in the soil evaporates, leaving behind salts and minerals. What are the effects of salinization on the irrigated land? [2011]
CorrectIncorrectUnattempted - Question 20 of 20
20. Question
Which of the following is the chief characteristic of ‘mixed farming’? [2012]
CorrectMixed farming refer to rearing of animals and cultivation of crops together.
IncorrectMixed farming refer to rearing of animals and cultivation of crops together.
UnattemptedMixed farming refer to rearing of animals and cultivation of crops together.