The main objective of the 'Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana' is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The main objective of the 'Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana' is:
A. To increase irrigation
B. To provide financial support for crop loss
C. To provide free seeds
D. To promote organic farming
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
PMFBY aims to provide comprehensive crop insurance against natural calamities, pests, and diseases, reducing farmer distress.

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Practice More Agriculture in India Questions

Question #1
The practice of raising fish and rice simultaneously in the same field is called:
A. Polyculture
B. Aquaponics
C. Mixed farming
D. Rice-fish culture

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Rice-fish culture involves integrating fish rearing in paddy fields, which helps in pest control, fertilization, and provides additional protein income.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Agriculture in India
Question #2
What is the significance of 'crop rotation'?
A. It increases labor requirement
B. It increases soil fertility and reduces pest build-up
C. It improves market price
D. It reduces water use

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Crop rotation breaks pest cycles, improves soil structure, and maintains fertility by alternating deep-rooted and shallow-rooted, leguminous and non-leguminous crops.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Agriculture in India
Question #3
What is the share of India's agricultural exports in total exports?
A. About 5%
B. About 40%
C. About 12-15%
D. About 25%

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Agriculture and allied products account for about 12-15% of India's total merchandise exports, with items like marine products, rice, spices, and cotton.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Agriculture in India