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26. Indian Institute of Spice Research (IISR) received a patent for the micronutrient foliar formulation. Name the spice.Asked in Sub Inspector 2021
27. In which year was the 'National Horticulture Board' established at Gurgaon ?Asked in UPPSC ACF RFO gs 1 2021
28. The Indian Grain Storage Management and Research Institute for providing training to the SAARC member countries is situated atAsked in UKPSC CS Prelims 2016
29. Which is not included in "National Agricultural Development Yojana" ?Asked in CGPSC Prelims Exam 2017
30. Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to Economic Survey 2018-19? 1. The Economic Survey 2018-19 suggest that focus should shift from land productivity to irrigation water productivity. 2. Almost 89% of the ground water extracted is used for irrigation. 3. Crops such as paddy and sugarcane consume more than 60% of irrigation water. 4. The fertilizer consumption which was stable since 2002 has shown continuously increasing trend after 2011.Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 2 2019
31. The objective of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM- KUSUM) Scheme is to ___________.Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 2 2021
32. Sprinkler irrigation is not suitable for soil with the infiltration rateAsked in MPSC CS Prelims 2012
33. Which of the following is best implied in the passage?Asked in TNPSC CS Prelims 2022
34. To increase the availability and reduce cost of fertilisers, the Central Government introduced ‘One Nation, One Fertiliser’ underAsked in TSPSC Group 1 Prelims 2023
35. Which of the following statements related to Soil Health Card Scheme of the Central Government are true ?Asked in TSPSC Group 1 Prelims 2023
36. Cycle-I covered 2015-17, and Cycle-II covered 2017-19. 38. In the context of food and nutritional security of India, enhancing the 'Seed Replacement Rates' of various crops helps in achieving the food production targets of the future. But what is/are the constraint/constraints in its wider/ greater implementation? 1. There is no National Seeds Policy in place. 2. There is no participation of private sector seed companies in the supply of quality seeds of vegetables and planting materials of horticultural crops. 3. There is a demand-supply gap regarding quality seeds in case of low value and high volume crops. Select the correct answer using the code given below.Asked in UPSC IAS 2014
37. With reference to chemical fertilizers in India, consider the following statements : At present, the retail price of chemical fertilizers is market-driven and not administered by the Government. Ammonia, which is an input of urea, is produced from natural gas. Sulphur, which is a raw material for phosphoric acid fertilizer, is a by-product of oil refineries. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?Asked in UPSC IAS 2020
38. Application of gypsum is required more in the crop of—Asked in UPPCS Prelims 2011
39. The upper limit of available water in soil is determined at—Asked in UPPCS Prelims 2011
40. The most critical stage of irrigation in wheat isAsked in UPPCS Prelims 2005
41. Seed that is changed every year is known asAsked in UPPSC Upper Mains 2010
42. India is the largest producer and consumer of fertilizers in the World after:Asked in APPSC Draughtman 2008
43. If the annual demand of an item is 100 units and ordering cost is ₹ 40 per order. The inventory holding cost is ₹ 20 per unit per year. What will be the economic order quantity ? - (5) Question not attemptedAsked in Assistant Eng. (Mechanical) Competitive Examination, 2023
44. Magnesium content (%) in calcium ammonium nitrate fertilizer as mentioned in F.C.O., 1985 isAsked in Agri. Officer 2020
45. 'Per Drop More Crop' (PDMC) initiative implemented by the government to enhance access to irrigation facilities, is a component of which of the following program ? - Question not attemptedAsked in Deputy Jailor 2024
46. Seed is declared as an essential commodity underAsked in Food Safety Officer 2022
47. Ques #: 59 which among the following is not a centre of fertilizer industry in india ?Asked in Sr. Teacher Gr II (Spl. Edu.) 2015
48. The PM-KUSUM scheme focuses onAsked in Agricultural Development Officer, Agriculture Department
49. How much amount allotted by Central government for Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana for the period of 5 years (2015-16 to 2019-20) ?Asked in Assistant Town Planner (Pre.) Exam 2023
50. Which of following is/are covered under PMKS Yojana?Asked in Assistant Auditor (Direct) 2021