Agriculture in India MCQs

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Agriculture in India MCQs

Practice Agriculture in India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering crops, cropping patterns, Green Revolution, agricultural seasons, irrigation, agricultural regions, food grains, cash crops, horticulture and important agriculture-related geography topics frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #201
Which project is associated with Sardar Sarovar?
A. Irrigation in Gujarat and MP
B. Fisheries
C. Flood control only
D. Only power generation
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It provides irrigation to command areas.
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Question #202
India's rank in global pulse production is:
A. Fifth
B. First
C. Second
D. Third
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
India is the largest producer of pulses.
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Question #203
Which state leads in apple production?
A. Himachal Pradesh
B. Uttarakhand
C. All northern states
D. Jammu & Kashmir
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Himachal Pradesh is a major apple producer.
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Question #204
The main problem of Indian agriculture is:
A. No monsoon dependence
B. Small landholdings
C. Surplus labor only
D. Excess mechanization
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Fragmented holdings limit economies of scale.
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Question #205
Which is a plantation crop?
A. Wheat
B. Rice
C. Gram
D. Tea
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Tea is grown on large estates.
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Question #206
The highest fertilizer consumption state is:
A. Punjab
B. Haryana
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Intensive farming leads to high usage.
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Question #207
Ragi is a major crop in:
A. Assam
B. Punjab
C. Karnataka
D. Rajasthan
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is an important millet in southern states.
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Question #208
Which scheme promotes organic farming?
A. Soil Health Card
B. PM-KISAN
C. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana
D. All of the above
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Multiple initiatives support sustainable practices.
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Question #209
The largest mango producing state recently:
A. Karnataka
B. Maharashtra
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
UP leads in total mango production.
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Question #210
Canal irrigation is well developed in the:
A. Western Ghats
B. Ganga-Yamuna plains
C. Thar desert
D. Northeast hills
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Flat terrain and rivers support canals.
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Question #211
Which crop is called 'White Gold' sometimes?
A. Cotton
B. Jute
C. Milk
D. Sugarcane
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Cotton has high commercial value.
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Question #212
The command area development programme focuses on:
A. Efficient use of irrigation water
B. Marketing only
C. Seed distribution
D. Only dam construction
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It aims at better on-farm water management.
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Question #213
Which state leads in turmeric production?
A. Maharashtra
B. Kerala
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Telangana / Andhra
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Southern states dominate spices.
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Question #214
Agroforestry combines:
A. Only livestock
B. Only crops
C. Fisheries and crops
D. Agriculture and forestry
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It promotes sustainable land use.
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Question #215
The main season for sunflower cultivation is:
A. Zaid
B. Kharif
C. All seasons
D. Rabi
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is an important Rabi oilseed.
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Question #216
Which is a major constraint in dryland farming?
A. Excess water
B. Moisture stress
C. High fertility
D. Flat terrain
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Low and erratic rainfall is the challenge.
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Question #217
India's share in global fruit production is significant for:
A. Apples only
B. Mango, banana, papaya
C. Berries
D. Grapes only
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Tropical fruits dominate.
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Question #218
The Kisan Credit Card scheme provides:
A. Short-term credit to farmers
B. Irrigation equipment
C. Seeds only
D. Only subsidies
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It facilitates timely credit access.
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Question #219
Which revolution is linked to eggs and poultry?
A. Silver
B. Pink
C. Yellow
D. Golden
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Silver Revolution boosted poultry and eggs.
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Question #220
The largest producer of castor seed is:
A. Rajasthan
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Gujarat
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Gujarat leads in this oilseed.
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