Agricultural Policy in India: Objectives and Strategies

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What is the primary objective of agricultural policy in India?

  1. To increase agricultural production

  2. To ensure food security

  3. To promote sustainable agriculture

  4. To generate employment in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of agricultural policy in India is to increase agricultural production in order to meet the growing demand for food and other agricultural products.

Which of the following is a key strategy for increasing agricultural production in India?

  1. Promoting the use of high-yielding varieties of seeds

  2. Providing subsidized fertilizers and pesticides

  3. Expanding irrigation facilities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above strategies are key for increasing agricultural production in India. Promoting the use of high-yielding varieties of seeds helps to increase crop yields, while providing subsidized fertilizers and pesticides helps to reduce the cost of production for farmers. Expanding irrigation facilities also helps to increase crop yields by providing a reliable source of water for crops.

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

  1. To provide subsidized food grains to the poor

  2. To promote sustainable agriculture

  3. To increase agricultural production

  4. To generate employment in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the National Food Security Act, 2013 is to provide subsidized food grains to the poor. The act aims to ensure that all poor households have access to adequate food at affordable prices.

Which of the following is a key strategy for promoting sustainable agriculture in India?

  1. Promoting the use of organic farming methods

  2. Reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides

  3. Conserving water and soil resources

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above strategies are key for promoting sustainable agriculture in India. Promoting the use of organic farming methods helps to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, which can pollute the environment. Conserving water and soil resources also helps to ensure the long-term sustainability of agriculture.

What is the main objective of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) scheme?

  1. To provide a guaranteed price to farmers for their produce

  2. To promote sustainable agriculture

  3. To increase agricultural production

  4. To generate employment in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) scheme is to provide a guaranteed price to farmers for their produce. The MSP is set by the government each year for a number of agricultural commodities, and it serves as a safety net for farmers, ensuring that they receive a fair price for their produce.

Which of the following is a key challenge facing agricultural policy in India?

  1. Increasing agricultural productivity

  2. Ensuring food security

  3. Promoting sustainable agriculture

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above challenges are key challenges facing agricultural policy in India. Increasing agricultural productivity is essential for meeting the growing demand for food and other agricultural products, while ensuring food security is essential for ensuring that all people have access to adequate food. Promoting sustainable agriculture is also essential for ensuring the long-term sustainability of agriculture in India.

What is the main objective of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme?

  1. To provide financial assistance to farmers

  2. To promote sustainable agriculture

  3. To increase agricultural production

  4. To generate employment in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme is to provide financial assistance to farmers. Under the scheme, eligible farmers receive an annual financial assistance of Rs. 6,000 in three equal installments.

Which of the following is a key strategy for generating employment in rural areas?

  1. Promoting the development of agro-industries

  2. Encouraging the growth of rural non-farm enterprises

  3. Improving infrastructure in rural areas

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above strategies are key for generating employment in rural areas. Promoting the development of agro-industries helps to create jobs in the agricultural sector, while encouraging the growth of rural non-farm enterprises helps to create jobs in other sectors. Improving infrastructure in rural areas also helps to create jobs by making it easier for businesses to operate in rural areas.

What is the main objective of the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)?

  1. To promote sustainable agriculture

  2. To increase agricultural production

  3. To ensure food security

  4. To generate employment in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) is to promote sustainable agriculture. The mission aims to promote the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices, such as organic farming and conservation agriculture, in order to ensure the long-term sustainability of agriculture in India.

Which of the following is a key strategy for ensuring food security in India?

  1. Increasing agricultural production

  2. Promoting the development of food processing industries

  3. Improving the distribution of food

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above strategies are key for ensuring food security in India. Increasing agricultural production helps to ensure that there is enough food to meet the needs of the population, while promoting the development of food processing industries helps to reduce food waste and improve the quality of food. Improving the distribution of food also helps to ensure that all people have access to adequate food.

What is the main objective of the National Agricultural Policy, 2000?

  1. To increase agricultural production

  2. To ensure food security

  3. To promote sustainable agriculture

  4. To generate employment in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the National Agricultural Policy, 2000 is to increase agricultural production in order to meet the growing demand for food and other agricultural products.

Which of the following is a key strategy for increasing agricultural production in India?

  1. Promoting the use of high-yielding varieties of seeds

  2. Providing subsidized fertilizers and pesticides

  3. Expanding irrigation facilities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above strategies are key for increasing agricultural production in India. Promoting the use of high-yielding varieties of seeds helps to increase crop yields, while providing subsidized fertilizers and pesticides helps to reduce the cost of production for farmers. Expanding irrigation facilities also helps to increase crop yields by providing a reliable source of water for crops.

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

  1. To provide subsidized food grains to the poor

  2. To promote sustainable agriculture

  3. To increase agricultural production

  4. To generate employment in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the National Food Security Act, 2013 is to provide subsidized food grains to the poor. The act aims to ensure that all poor households have access to adequate food at affordable prices.

Which of the following is a key strategy for promoting sustainable agriculture in India?

  1. Promoting the use of organic farming methods

  2. Reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides

  3. Conserving water and soil resources

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above strategies are key for promoting sustainable agriculture in India. Promoting the use of organic farming methods helps to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, which can pollute the environment. Conserving water and soil resources also helps to ensure the long-term sustainability of agriculture.

What is the main objective of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) scheme?

  1. To provide a guaranteed price to farmers for their produce

  2. To promote sustainable agriculture

  3. To increase agricultural production

  4. To generate employment in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) scheme is to provide a guaranteed price to farmers for their produce. The MSP is set by the government each year for a number of agricultural commodities, and it serves as a safety net for farmers, ensuring that they receive a fair price for their produce.

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