Agriculture and Animal Husbandry - Practice Test 3

Attempt the quiz above first, then review every question with its correct answer and a short explanation below.

1. Q1.Which pulse is known as 'Poor Man's Meat'?

   • A.Gram
   • B.Soybean✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Peas
   • D.Lentil

   Explanation: Soybean is rich in protein (approx 40%), hence called Poor Man's Meat.

2. Q2.The 'Pink Revolution' refers to the production of:

   • A.Prawns/Onions✓ Correct Answer
   • B.Tomato
   • C.Apple
   • D.Rose

   Explanation: Pink Revolution is associated with the pharmaceutical, onion, and prawn production.

3. Q3.Which is the largest cotton-producing state in India?

   • A.Punjab
   • B.Gujarat✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Maharashtra
   • D.Telangana

   Explanation: Gujarat and Maharashtra compete for the top spot, but Gujarat is generally the leading producer due to high yield.

4. Q4.National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) was established in:

   • A.1980
   • B.1982✓ Correct Answer
   • C.1991
   • D.1975

   Explanation: NABARD was established on July 12, 1982, to promote rural development and agriculture.

5. Q5.What is 'Hydroponics'?

   • A.Growing plants in sand
   • B.Growing plants without soil (in water)✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Grafting
   • D.Water conservation

   Explanation: Hydroponics is the method of growing plants in a nutrient-rich water solution without using soil.

6. Q6.Azadirachtin is a biopesticide derived from:

   • A.Tulsi
   • B.Neem✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Turmeric
   • D.Ginger

   Explanation: Azadirachtin is a chemical compound found in Neem seeds/leaves that acts as an insect repellent.

7. Q7.Which country is the origin of the 'Jersey' cow breed?

   • A.Denmark
   • B.England (UK)✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Switzerland
   • D.USA

   Explanation: Jersey cows originated on the Island of Jersey in the English Channel (UK).

8. Q8.Golden Rice is genetically modified to be rich in:

   • A.Vitamin C
   • B.Vitamin A✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Iron
   • D.Protein

   Explanation: Golden Rice is engineered to produce beta-carotene, which the body converts to Vitamin A.

9. Q9.The leading producer of Soybeans in India is:

   • A.Maharashtra
   • B.Madhya Pradesh✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Rajasthan
   • D.Punjab

   Explanation: Madhya Pradesh is known as the 'Soya State' of India due to its high production.

10. Q10.Which revolution relates to the production of eggs/poultry?

    • A.White Revolution
    • B.Silver Revolution✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Red Revolution
    • D.Brown Revolution

    Explanation: Silver Revolution refers to the increase in egg and poultry production.

11. Q11.Kharif crops are harvested in which months?

    • A.April-May
    • B.September-October✓ Correct Answer
    • C.January-February
    • D.June-July

    Explanation: Kharif crops are sown with the onset of monsoons (June) and harvested in Sept-Oct.

12. Q12.Which of the following is a Zaid crop?

    • A.Wheat
    • B.Watermelon✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Rice
    • D.Mustard

    Explanation: Zaid crops are short-season crops grown between Rabi and Kharif (Summer), e.g., Watermelon, Cucumber.

13. Q13.The 'Red Revolution' is associated with:

    • A.Tomato and Meat✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Apple
    • C.Chillies
    • D.Milk

    Explanation: Red Revolution focuses on increasing the production of Meat and Tomatoes.

14. Q14.Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) is located in:

    • A.Shimla✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Lucknow
    • C.Patna
    • D.Kolkata

    Explanation: CPRI is located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

15. Q15.Which nutrient is most deficient in Indian soils?

    • A.Potassium
    • B.Nitrogen✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Phosphorus
    • D.Calcium

    Explanation: Nitrogen is generally the most deficient nutrient in Indian soils, hence Urea (N fertilizer) is widely used.

16. Q16.What is 'Pomology'?

    • A.Study of seeds
    • B.Study of fruits✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Study of flowers
    • D.Study of soil

    Explanation: Pomology is the branch of botany that studies fruit and its cultivation.

17. Q17.Which of the following is a poultry breed?

    • A.Jersey
    • B.Kadaknath✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Murrah
    • D.Marwari

    Explanation: Kadaknath is a famous Indian poultry breed from Madhya Pradesh, known for its black meat.

18. Q18.Maximum protein content is found in:

    • A.Groundnut
    • B.Soybean✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Wheat
    • D.Egg

    Explanation: Soybean has the highest protein content among plant sources (approx 40-42%).

19. Q19.Central Tobacco Research Institute is located in:

    • A.Rajahmundry✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Guntur
    • C.Chennai
    • D.Coimbatore

    Explanation: It is located in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh.

20. Q20.Growing of trees with agricultural crops is known as:

    • A.Social Forestry
    • B.Agroforestry✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Urban Forestry
    • D.Silviculture

    Explanation: Agroforestry is the interaction of agriculture and trees, including the agricultural use of trees.