The negative consequences of input-intensive and unsustainable agricultural practices in India can be nullified by transitioning to Low External Input Sustainable Agriculture (LEISA). Discuss.

The Green revolution catalyzed heavy use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, as well as water. Indian food security improved, yet there has been degradation of ecology and increasing indebtedness of farmers. Low External Input Sustainable Agriculture minimizes use of inputs, ..

Topics: GS-III: Different Types of Irrigation and Irrigation Systems • GS-III: E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers • GS-III: Major Crops Cropping Patterns in Various Parts of India • GS-III: Storage Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Related Issues

An overhaul of Agro-R&D is imperative for fulfilling of India’s obligations of doubling farmer’s income. Comment.

The Agriculture sector requires robust R&D to improve livelihoods, by raising yields and quality. Therefore, there is a need for the following measures: Liberalising salary structures and promotion criteria of research institutions like Indian Council for Agricultural Research. Performance based ..

Topics: GS-III: Different Types of Irrigation and Irrigation Systems • GS-III: E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers • GS-III: Major Crops Cropping Patterns in Various Parts of India • GS-III: Storage Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Related Issues

In current scenario of increasing scarcity of water resources, the micro-irrigation can be a game changer for agriculture in India by making it more efficient, productive and sustainable. Analyse. Also enumerate various steps taken by the government to promote micro irrigation in India.

Micro-irrigation system is a modern method of irrigation by using drippers, sprinklers, foggers, etc. Micro irrigation refers to delivering water directly at the roots of the plants to minimize wastage and surface run-off. Benefits of micro irrigation: Prevents wastage of ..

Topics: GS-III: Different Types of Irrigation and Irrigation Systems

Farm loan waivers are neither adequate nor recommended for promoting sustained agricultural growth. Analyze.

Farm loan waiver refers to the payment of agricultural loans by the government and exemption of farmers from doing the same. Farm loans waivers are inadequate: Only 60% of farmers take a loan from formal banks and the rest depend ..

Topics: GS-I: Poverty and Developmental Issues • GS-III: Different Types of Irrigation and Irrigation Systems • GS-III: Storage Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Related Issues

Integrated water resource management can address the problems related to water in India. Discuss.

IWRM refers to managing water and land resources in an integrated manner, taking the river sub-basin as the basic unit. National water policy 2012, brought in the concept of Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM). Features of IWRM: River basin as ..

Topics: GS-III: Conservation Environmental Pollution Degradation • GS-III: Different Types of Irrigation and Irrigation Systems

Why is the problem of water-logging is still bringing havoc to the cities in Punjab?

The cities in Punjab have experienced rapid urbanisation marked by unplanned and rampant new constructions. This huge growth of concrete jungles cut into the green pockets which used to soak the rainwater. Also, the main drainage channels were reduced to ..

Topics: GS-III: Different Types of Irrigation and Irrigation Systems