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Agricultural Sustainable Development Laws

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Which Indian law aims to promote sustainable agricultural practices and ensure the conservation of natural resources?

  1. The Agricultural Produce (Grading and Marketing) Act, 1937

  2. The Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Act, 1972

  3. The National Agricultural Policy, 2000

  4. The Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014 is a comprehensive law that aims to promote sustainable agricultural practices, ensure the conservation of natural resources, and improve the livelihoods of farmers in India.

What is the primary objective of the Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014?

  1. To increase agricultural productivity

  2. To promote sustainable agricultural practices

  3. To ensure food security

  4. To improve the livelihoods of farmers


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary objective of the Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014 is to promote sustainable agricultural practices that protect the environment, conserve natural resources, and ensure the long-term viability of agriculture in India.

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of sustainable agriculture as defined in the Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014?

  1. Conservation of natural resources

  2. Protection of the environment

  3. Economic viability

  4. Use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable agriculture, as defined in the Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014, emphasizes the use of practices that conserve natural resources, protect the environment, and ensure economic viability. The use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides is not considered a key principle of sustainable agriculture.

What is the role of the National Sustainable Agriculture Mission (NSAM) in promoting sustainable agricultural practices in India?

  1. It provides financial assistance to farmers for adopting sustainable agricultural practices.

  2. It conducts research and develops technologies for sustainable agriculture.

  3. It promotes awareness about sustainable agriculture among farmers and other stakeholders.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Sustainable Agriculture Mission (NSAM) plays a comprehensive role in promoting sustainable agricultural practices in India. It provides financial assistance to farmers for adopting sustainable agricultural practices, conducts research and develops technologies for sustainable agriculture, and promotes awareness about sustainable agriculture among farmers and other stakeholders.

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for promoting sustainable agriculture as outlined in the Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014?

  1. Promoting organic farming

  2. Encouraging the use of renewable energy sources in agriculture

  3. Improving irrigation efficiency

  4. Increasing the use of chemical fertilizers


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014 emphasizes the promotion of sustainable agricultural practices that protect the environment and conserve natural resources. Increasing the use of chemical fertilizers is not considered a strategy for promoting sustainable agriculture.

What is the role of the State Governments in implementing the Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014?

  1. They are responsible for formulating and implementing state-level sustainable agriculture policies.

  2. They provide financial assistance to farmers for adopting sustainable agricultural practices.

  3. They promote awareness about sustainable agriculture among farmers and other stakeholders.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

State Governments play a crucial role in implementing the Agricultural Sustainable Development Act, 2014. They are responsible for formulating and implementing state-level sustainable agriculture policies, providing financial assistance to farmers for adopting sustainable agricultural practices, and promoting awareness about sustainable agriculture among farmers and other stakeholders.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of adopting sustainable agricultural practices?

  1. Increased crop yields

  2. Reduced environmental impact

  3. Improved soil health

  4. Increased use of chemical fertilizers


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Adopting sustainable agricultural practices typically leads to increased crop yields, reduced environmental impact, and improved soil health. Increased use of chemical fertilizers is not considered a benefit of sustainable agriculture.

What is the role of farmers in promoting sustainable agriculture?

  1. Adopting sustainable agricultural practices on their farms

  2. Promoting awareness about sustainable agriculture among their peers

  3. Advocating for policies that support sustainable agriculture

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Farmers play a crucial role in promoting sustainable agriculture. They can adopt sustainable agricultural practices on their farms, promote awareness about sustainable agriculture among their peers, and advocate for policies that support sustainable agriculture.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced in implementing sustainable agricultural practices?

  1. Lack of awareness among farmers

  2. Limited financial resources

  3. Unfavorable climatic conditions

  4. Government support


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lack of awareness among farmers, limited financial resources, and unfavorable climatic conditions are challenges faced in implementing sustainable agricultural practices. Government support is not considered a challenge in this context.

What is the significance of sustainable agriculture in ensuring food security?

  1. It helps to increase agricultural productivity

  2. It protects the environment and natural resources

  3. It ensures the availability of nutritious food for future generations

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable agriculture is significant in ensuring food security as it helps to increase agricultural productivity, protects the environment and natural resources, and ensures the availability of nutritious food for future generations.

Which of the following is NOT a key element of sustainable agriculture as defined by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)?

  1. Optimizing the use of natural resources

  2. Minimizing the use of synthetic inputs

  3. Maximizing crop yields

  4. Protecting biodiversity


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sustainable agriculture, as defined by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), emphasizes optimizing the use of natural resources, minimizing the use of synthetic inputs, and protecting biodiversity. Maximizing crop yields is not a key element of sustainable agriculture.

What is the role of technology in promoting sustainable agriculture?

  1. It can help farmers adopt more efficient and sustainable practices.

  2. It can provide real-time data on crop health and environmental conditions.

  3. It can facilitate the development of new sustainable agricultural technologies.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Technology plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable agriculture. It can help farmers adopt more efficient and sustainable practices, provide real-time data on crop health and environmental conditions, and facilitate the development of new sustainable agricultural technologies.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of sustainable agriculture for farmers?

  1. Increased resilience to climate change

  2. Reduced production costs

  3. Improved soil health

  4. Increased use of chemical fertilizers


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable agriculture typically leads to increased resilience to climate change, reduced production costs, and improved soil health. Increased use of chemical fertilizers is not considered a benefit of sustainable agriculture for farmers.

What is the role of consumer choices in promoting sustainable agriculture?

  1. Consumers can choose to buy products from farmers who use sustainable practices.

  2. Consumers can advocate for policies that support sustainable agriculture.

  3. Consumers can reduce their own consumption of resources.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Consumer choices can play a significant role in promoting sustainable agriculture. Consumers can choose to buy products from farmers who use sustainable practices, advocate for policies that support sustainable agriculture, and reduce their own consumption of resources.

Which of the following is NOT a key challenge faced by sustainable agriculture?

  1. Climate change

  2. Limited access to resources

  3. Lack of awareness among farmers

  4. Government support


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change, limited access to resources, and lack of awareness among farmers are key challenges faced by sustainable agriculture. Government support is not considered a challenge in this context.

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