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Agricultural Produce: Agricultural Policy

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge on the policies and regulations governing agricultural produce in India.
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Which government agency is responsible for formulating and implementing agricultural policies in India?

  1. Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

  2. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development

  3. Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority

  4. Food Corporation of India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare is the nodal agency for formulating and implementing agricultural policies in India.

What is the primary objective of the National Food Security Act, 2013?

  1. To provide subsidized food grains to below poverty line (BPL) families

  2. To promote agricultural exports

  3. To encourage farmers to adopt sustainable farming practices

  4. To provide crop insurance to farmers


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Food Security Act, 2013 aims to provide subsidized food grains to below poverty line (BPL) families at a subsidized rate.

Which of the following is a key component of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) policy?

  1. Government procurement of agricultural produce at a predetermined price

  2. Providing subsidies to farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs

  3. Promoting agricultural exports

  4. Providing crop insurance to farmers


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Minimum Support Price (MSP) policy involves government procurement of agricultural produce at a predetermined price to ensure a minimum income to farmers.

What is the main objective of the Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) Act?

  1. To regulate the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards

  2. To provide financial assistance to farmers

  3. To promote agricultural exports

  4. To provide crop insurance to farmers


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) Act regulates the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards to ensure fair prices to farmers and prevent exploitation by middlemen.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by the agricultural sector in India?

  1. Fragmentation of landholdings

  2. Lack of access to modern technology

  3. Inadequate irrigation facilities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fragmentation of landholdings, lack of access to modern technology, and inadequate irrigation facilities are major challenges faced by the agricultural sector in India.

What is the primary goal of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)?

  1. To provide crop insurance to farmers against crop losses due to natural calamities

  2. To provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs

  3. To promote agricultural exports

  4. To regulate the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) aims to provide crop insurance to farmers against crop losses due to natural calamities, such as drought, floods, and hailstorms.

Which of the following is a key objective of the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)?

  1. To promote sustainable farming practices among farmers

  2. To provide financial assistance to farmers for adopting sustainable farming practices

  3. To promote agricultural exports

  4. To regulate the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) aims to promote sustainable farming practices among farmers to ensure long-term agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability.

What is the primary focus of the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY)?

  1. To promote agricultural research and development

  2. To provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs

  3. To promote agricultural exports

  4. To regulate the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) focuses on promoting agricultural research and development to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability.

Which of the following is a major initiative of the government to promote agricultural exports?

  1. Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)

  2. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)

  3. Food Corporation of India (FCI)

  4. Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is a government agency responsible for promoting agricultural exports from India.

What is the main objective of the Soil Health Card Scheme?

  1. To provide soil health cards to farmers to assess the nutrient status of their soil

  2. To provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs

  3. To promote agricultural exports

  4. To regulate the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Soil Health Card Scheme aims to provide soil health cards to farmers to assess the nutrient status of their soil and make informed decisions about fertilizer application.

Which of the following is a key component of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme?

  1. Providing income support to small and marginal farmers

  2. Providing financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs

  3. Promoting agricultural exports

  4. Regulating the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme provides income support to small and marginal farmers to help them meet their agricultural expenses.

What is the primary goal of the National Mission on Agricultural Extension and Technology (NMAET)?

  1. To provide agricultural extension services to farmers

  2. To provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs

  3. To promote agricultural exports

  4. To regulate the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Mission on Agricultural Extension and Technology (NMAET) aims to provide agricultural extension services to farmers to help them adopt improved agricultural practices and technologies.

Which of the following is a key objective of the National Mission for Agricultural Mechanization (NMM)?

  1. To promote the use of agricultural machinery among farmers

  2. To provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs

  3. To promote agricultural exports

  4. To regulate the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Mission for Agricultural Mechanization (NMM) aims to promote the use of agricultural machinery among farmers to enhance agricultural productivity and reduce labor costs.

What is the primary focus of the National Mission on Food Processing (NMFP)?

  1. To promote food processing industries in India

  2. To provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs

  3. To promote agricultural exports

  4. To regulate the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Mission on Food Processing (NMFP) focuses on promoting food processing industries in India to add value to agricultural produce and reduce wastage.

Which of the following is a key component of the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) initiative?

  1. Creating a unified national market for agricultural produce

  2. Providing financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural inputs

  3. Promoting agricultural exports

  4. Regulating the trade of agricultural produce in designated market yards


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) initiative aims to create a unified national market for agricultural produce, enabling farmers to sell their produce directly to buyers across the country.

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