1. Which of the following statements about agriculture in Uttar Pradesh is correct?
[A] Uttar Pradesh ranks first in India in terms of foodgrain production.
[B] The state produces less than 10% of India’s foodgrains.
[C] Around 45% of the population is engaged in agriculture.
[D] Agriculture contributes less than 10% to the state’s economy.
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Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh ranks first in India in terms of foodgrain production.]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh contributes about 19.87% of India’s foodgrain output, the highest among all states.
2. Where is the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology located?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Lucknow
[C] Meerut
[D] Agra
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Correct Answer: C [Meerut]
Notes:
Established in 2002, the university is situated in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, covering 562.5 acres.
3. Which region in Uttar Pradesh experiences the highest inter-annual variability in monsoon rainfall, resulting in significant vulnerability for agriculture?
[A] Bundelkhand
[B] Awadh
[C] Purvanchal
[D] Rohilkhand
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Correct Answer: A [Bundelkhand]
Notes:
Bundelkhand has the highest rainfall variability in Uttar Pradesh, making it drought-prone and agriculturally vulnerable due to plateau terrain and weak monsoons.
4. Why is Bhabar soil, found near Himalayan rivers, generally unsuitable for agriculture?
[A] It contains high levels of clay, making plowing difficult.
[B] It frequently gets waterlogged due to poor drainage.
[C] It is extremely porous, causing water to drain quickly beyond plant root reach.
[D] It is highly acidic, affecting crop growth adversely.
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Correct Answer: C [It is extremely porous, causing water to drain quickly beyond plant root reach.]
Notes:
Bhabar soil is coarse and porous, leading to rapid water percolation and lack of moisture retention for crops.
5. Despite low rainfall, which factor allows the Western Plains of Uttar Pradesh to sustain intensive agriculture?
[A] Use of drought-resistant crop varieties
[B] Predominance of rainwater harvesting systems
[C] Extensive canal irrigation from the Upper Ganga and Yamuna systems
[D] Fertile black soil similar to Deccan Plateau
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Correct Answer: C [Extensive canal irrigation from the Upper Ganga and Yamuna systems]
Notes:
Western Uttar Pradesh has a dense canal irrigation network sourced from the Upper Ganga and Yamuna, enabling intensive agriculture despite low rainfall.
6. Where was ‘National Agriculture Conference – Rabi campaign 2025’ held?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Chennai
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Bengaluru
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Correct Answer: A [New Delhi]
Notes:
Recently, the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare held the two-day ‘National Agriculture Conference – Rabi campaign 2025’ at the Bharat Ratna C. Subramaniam Auditorium, Pusa Campus, New Delhi on September 15–16, 2025. The conference provided a platform for agriculture experts, scientists, policymakers, and senior state representatives to plan strategies and set production targets for the 2025–26 Rabi sowing season. The conference was chaired by Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
7. Which mobile platform was used by Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare to send AI-based monsoon forecasts to farmers?
[A] DigiAgri
[B] m-Kisan
[C] Krishi-Setu
[D] Agri-Sathi
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Correct Answer: B [m-Kisan]
Notes:
Recently, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoAFW) used Artificial Intelligence (AI) to send early monsoon forecasts to farmers. Nearly 3.8 crore farmers across 13 states received AI-based weather forecasts via SMS through the m-Kisan platform. m-Kisan is an SMS-based platform that delivers agricultural advisories and services directly to farmers. It enables Central and State government organisations to send messages in farmers’ local languages. The portal considers farmers’ location and preferred agricultural practices while delivering advisories. It is designed to provide guidance on crops, weather, market updates, and government schemes.
8. Which of the following animals are commonly used as biological control agents in agriculture?
- Ladybird beetles
- Dragonflies
- Houseflies
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 1 and 3
[D] 1, 2, and 3
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:
Ladybird beetles are widely used as biocontrol agents against aphids and scale insects. Dragonflies help in controlling mosquito populations by preying on their larvae. Houseflies, however, are not used as biocontrol agents; instead, they are considered pests and disease vectors. Hence, only 1 and 2 are correct.
9. Which of the following are major agriculture-linked greenhouse gases?
- Methane (CH₄)
- Nitrous oxide (N₂O)
- Ammonia (NH₃)
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 & 2]
Notes:
Methane (CH₄) and nitrous oxide (N₂O) are major agriculture-linked greenhouse gases. Methane is produced from enteric fermentation and rice paddies, while nitrous oxide arises from soil management and fertilisers. Ammonia (NH₃), though an important agricultural emission, is not a greenhouse gas; it is primarily an air pollutant involved in acid rain formation.
10. Consider the following statements regarding India's Five-Year Plans during the Nehruvian era:
- Sectoral allocations were made for agriculture, industry, and power.
- Emphasis was placed on heavy industries and infrastructure development.
- The Planning Commission, chaired by the Prime Minister, was the central planning authority.
- Laissez-faire principles were adopted to promote dominance of private enterprise.
Which of the above statements correctly characterize the Five-Year Plans of 1950s?
[A] Only 1, 2 and 3
[B] Only 1 and 3
[C] 1, 2 and 4
[D] All four
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1, 2 and 3]
Notes:
Statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct: India's Five-Year Plans under Nehru included sectoral allocations, prioritization of heavy industry and infrastructure, and centralized planning by the Planning Commission led by the Prime Minister. Statement 4 is incorrect as these plans favored strong state intervention, not laissez-faire or private dominance.
