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| 1. |
India is set to produce _______ MT of foodgrains in 2017-2018 crop year, according to Agriculture Ministry. |
| Answer» India aims to produce 273 MT of foodgrains in the crop year 2017-2018 commencing July and maintaining 4 percent farm growth in anticipation of a good monsoon. It may be noted that 50 percent of the foodgrain output comes from both kharif (summer) and rabi (winter) seasons. | |
| 2. |
Which online facility has been launched by the Union Government to provide direct solution to problem of agriculture sector? |
| Answer» Shri Radha Mohan Singh, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, launched e-Krishi Samvad at Krishi Bhawan. It is internet-based interface and is a unique platform that will provide direct and effective solutions to the problems faced by farmers and stakeholders in the agriculture sector. | |
| 3. |
Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Ministry will celebrate Sankalp to Siddhi - New India Manthan from __________. |
| Answer» Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Ministry will celebrate Sankalp to Siddhi - New India Manthan in all the districts of the country from 19th to 30th of this month. Shri Radha Mohan Singh informed that New India Manthan program to be organized in all Districts of the Country. | |
| 4. |
Which type of crops are to be examined by the Union Government? |
| Answer» The Parliamentary Standing Committee has recommended that no Genetically Modified (GM) crop should be introduced unless the biosafety and socio economic desirability is evaluated in a transparent process. The recommendation was made by the department-related parliamentary standing committee on science and technology and environment and forest. The Committee also recommended that the Environment Ministry (MoEFCC) should examine the impact of GM crops regularly. | |
| 5. |
Which rice got the geographical indication (GI) status recently? |
| Answer» Gobindobhog rice, a speciality from Burdwan district of West Bengal, has got the geographical indication (GI) status. The state government had applied for GI status for Gobindobhog rice on August 24, 2015. This variety of rice is primarily cultivated in east Burdwan district - in the southern basin of the Damodar river in the Raina 1, Raina 2 and Khandaghosh blocks. Gobindobhog was cultivated in an area of 35 hectares last year. Of this, 20 hectares were spread over f Raina 1 and Raina 2 blocks. | |
| 6. |
This state has issued notification to attach Super Straw Management System while using the combine harvester machines for harvesting the paddy (rice) crop. |
| Answer» Punjab State Government has issued notification to attach Super Straw Management System while using the combine harvester machines for harvesting the paddy (rice) crop. Super straw management system, attached to self propelled combine harvesters, cuts the paddy straw into small pieces and spreads the same. By following this method of harvesting, farmers are not required to burn the paddy straw, before sowing the next crop. Burning the paddy straw, before sowing the next crop (referred to as stubble burning), has been identified as a major cause of air pollution in North India during winter months. In context of this news, it is important to note that local harvesters are not keen on using super straw management system as it is priced at around Rs 1.20 lakh and attaching it to the combine harvester increases fuel consumption. | |
| 7. |
Which state bags 'Water Digest Award' for best water conservation and irrigation facility? |
| Answer» Chhattisgarh bagged the National 'Water Digest Award' for Water Conservation-Diversion and for increasing the irrigation capacity in the State. This is the first time that Chhattisgarh Water Resources Department had been given national Award during the past 17 years. The Union Minister of State for Water Resources Arjun Ram Megwal presented the award to Chhattisgarh Water Resources Department Secretary Sonmani Bora. The Award is presented every year by the globally renowned magazine 'Water Digest'-which focuses mainly on water resources. Chhattisgarh State bagged the award for increasing the irrigation capacity, community participation, water management -water diversion, water conservation, efforts towards inter-linking of rivers, better techniques utilized in irrigation facilities. | |
| 8. |
The government has decided to sharply increase the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for which crops? |
| Answer» The government has decided to sharply increase the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Kharif crops, as it responds to concerns about distress in the country's farm economy despite two years of strong monsoons. The MSP for common variety paddy, the most important Kharif crop, will be raised by Rs 200 over last year's Rs 1,550 per quintal. That works out a 13%t increase for the financial year ended March 2019 compared to a 5.4% increase in FY18. | |
| 9. |
With which country India collaborate to strengthen sectors of agriculture, health & environment? |
| Answer» Six Israeli startups working on healthcare, agriculture and water management sectors have been selected under the "Israel-India Bridge to Innovation" program to interact with various Indian businesses. The 6 startups that have been selected include: Amaizz, Biofeed, Zebra Medical, MobileODT, etc. The innovation week was started by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu along with Israel Innovation Authority (IIA) and Invest India in 2017. India-Israel Innovation Bridge was developed to help Israeli companies use their technologies, develop, adapt and commercialize their innovation in India. | |
| 10. |
World's oldest intact shipwreck found in __________. |
| Answer» An ancient Greek trading ship dating back more than 2,400 years found virtually intact at the bottom of the Black Sea. The vessel is one of more than 60 shipwrecks including Roman ships and a 17th-century Cossack raiding fleet identified by the Black Sea Maritime Archaeology Project. The ship, which is lying on its side with its mast and rudders intact, was dated back to 400 BC -- a time when the Black Sea was a trading hub filled with Greek colonies. | |
| 11. |
The Punjab government has banned this chemical compound which is consider as a Group 2A cancer-causing material. |
| Answer» The Punjab government has banned the sale of glyphosate. Glyphosate is a herbicide which is extensively used in the State to control a wide variety of weeds in almost all the crops. The chemical has been observed to be a Group 2A cancer-causing material. This chemical is also known for causing other health problems and has the potential to damage human DNA. | |
| 12. |
Name the declaration that was signed for agricultural and rural development, at the end of a forum on international development cooperation in Changsha, China. |
| Answer» Over 20 countries committed to the Changsha Declaration at the end of a forum on international development cooperation in Changsha, China. 26 countries and 11 international organisations including Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), World Food Programme (WFP), and the World Health Organisation (WHO) signed the Changsha Declaration. The Changsha Declaration focuses on agricultural and rural development. It aims to eliminate poverty and hunger. It aims to enhance the efforts towards South-South Cooperation, an initiative for eliminating hunger and malnutrition through mutual sharing and exchange of good practices, resources, and know-how between countries of the global south. | |
| 13. |
Which is the least improved district in the Second Delta Ranking of the Aspirational Districts Programme? |
| Answer» Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant released the Second Delta Ranking of the Aspirational Districts Programme. Pakur, Jharkhand least improved district in the Second Delta Ranking of the Aspirational Districts Programme. The ranking shows the incremental progress achieved by 111 aspirational districts (out of 115) during June 1, 2018 to October 31, 2018, across six key development sectors. Three aspirational districts from West Bengal did not participate, while one district of Kerala could not take part because of floods. The 6 developmental sectors are: Health and Nutrition, Education, Agriculture and Water Resources, Financial Inclusion, Skill Development, and Basic Infrastructure. | |
| 14. |
Noted mathematician Michael Atiyah was passed away recently. He belongs to the country of; |
| Answer» Prof. Sir Michael Atiyah (89), the noted British mathematician has passed away in United Kingdom on 11th January 2019. He was best known for his co-development of a branch of mathematics called topological K-theory and the Atiyah-Singer index theorem. His research also involved deep insights relating to mathematical concepts known as "vector bundles". Sir Michael was also a recipient of the Abel Prize (2004) and Fields Medal (1966), and was the former president of the Royal Society in London. He was one of the foremost mathematicians whose work encompassed topology and geometry, and worked with several Indian mathematicians such as Indian-American mathematician Harish-Chandra and Vijay Kumar Patodi, during his career. | |
| 15. |
The latest Railway zone of India is Headquartered at ________? |
| Answer» The new railway zone Southern Coast Railway is headquartered in Visakhapatnam. | |
| 16. |
The former football player Fernando Ricksen passed away recently. He belongs to which country? |
| Answer» The former Rangers and Netherlands football player Fernando Ricksen passed away at the age of 43. He earned 12 caps for the Netherlands between 2000 and 2003. In six years (2000-2006) with the club of Rangers (Glasgow, Scotland), he also won 2 Scottish Premier League titles, 2 Scottish Cups and 3 Scottish League Cups. | |
| 17. |
Who signed MoU with NABARD for sustainable agriculture? |
| Answer» The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Board of Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) on 13 December to promote sustainable agriculture and climate-resilient farming systems. | |
| 18. |
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development has sanctioned how much fund to West Bengal to reconstruct infrastructure which was damaged by Cyclone Amphan? |
| Answer» National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development(NABARD) has sanctioned Rs 795 crore to West Bengal to reconstruct infrastructure which was damaged by Cyclone Amphan under Rural Infrastructure Development Fund. | |
| 19. |
How many additional minor forest produce items were included in minimum support price list by the Tribal Affairs Ministry? |
| Answer» The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has revised the MSP for MFP list and has included 14 additional MFPs in the list. | |
| 20. |
India has set up its first centre for wetland conservation in which city? |
| Answer» India has established its first centre for wetland conservation in Chennai on the occasion of Wetland Conservation Day. | |
| 21. |
What was the targeted Ground Level Credit for agriculture & allied sectors set for 2021-22? |
| Answer» To provide adequate credit to our farmers the Finance Minister in the Union Budget 2021 enhanced the agricultural credit target to Rs 16.5 lakh crore in FY22. | |
| 22. |
The government has targeted how many million tonnes of mustard production by 2025-26? |
| Answer» The Government plans to bring around nine million hectares of land under mustard cultivation and raise the production to around 17 million tonnes (mt) by 2025-26. | |
| 23. |
Which country carries out New Space Launch Amid Nuclear Talks? |
| Answer» Iran insists its space programme is for civilian and defence purposes only and does not breach the nuclear deal or any other international agreement. | |
| 24. |
In which state did Dr Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurate IFFCO Nano Urea Liquid Plants at Aonla and Phulpur? |
| Answer» Dr Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated IFFCO Nano Urea Liquid Plants at Aonla and Phulpur in Uttar Pradesh. | |
| 25. |
Where will the 23rd edition of the India International Seafood Show (IISS) be held from February 15 to February 17, 2023? |
| Answer» The 23rd edition of the India International Seafood Show (IISS) will be held in Kolkata from February 15 to February 17, 2023. | |