PYQs - IBPS SO AFO Mains Exam 2013 (Agriculture Knowledge)

 

IBPS SO AFO Mains Exam 2013 (Agriculture Knowledge)

Previous Year Questions (PYQs):

Q(1). Where is the Central Soil and Water Conservation Research and Training Institute located?

(a.) Ludhiana

(b.) Haryana

(c.) Dehradun

(d.) Udaipur

(e.) Bhubaneswar

Q(2). Where is the Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute located?

(a.) Avikanagar

(b.) Jabalpur

(c.) Bhubaneswar

(d.) Ranchi

(e.) Nagpur

Q(3). Where is the Indian Institute of Pulses Research located?

(a.) Lucknow

(b.) Kanpur

(c.) Faizabad

(d.) Varanasi

(e.) Delhi

Q(4). What was the total number of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in India during 2012-13?

(a.) 545

(b.) 611

(c.) 448

(d.) 643

(e.) 723

Q(5). What was the contribution of agriculture to GDP during 2012-13?

(a.) 14 per cent

(b.) 13.3 per cent

(c.) 13.7 per cent

(d.) 14.5 per cent

(e.) 18.3 per cent

Q(6). When was the National Commission on Farmers (N.C.F) established?

(a.) 1999

(b.) 2000

(c.) 2004

(d.) 2006

(e.) 2008

Q(7). What is the seed rate of the pure mustard crop?

(a.) 3-4 kg/ha

(b.) 5-6 kg/ha

(c.) 7-8 kg/ha

(d.) 10 kg/ha

(e.) 15 kg/ha

Q(8). What is the recommended dose of nitrogen for tobacco crops?

(a.) 25-30 kg/ha

(b.) 30-40 kg/ha

(c.) 50 kg/ha

(d.) 55-65 kg/ha

(e.) 70-75 kg/ha

Q(9). What is the spacing of chickpeas?

(a.) 25 x 10 cm

(b.) 20 x 10 cm

(c.) 35 x 5 cm

(d.) 30 x 5 cm

(e.) 30 x 10 cm

Q(10). Which crop is associated with wrapping?

(a.) Maize

(b.) Jute

(c.) Sugarcane

(d.) Tobacco

(e.) Mustard

Q(11). At what stage does siliqua formation in mustard occur?

(a.) 20-35 DAS

(b.) 35-40 DAS

(c.) 50-60 DAS

(d.) 80-90 DAS

(e.) 90-100 DAS

Q(12). In the ginning process in cotton, which statement is true?

(a.) Lint > seed

(b.) Seed > lint

(c.) Lint = seed

(d.) All of the above

(e.) None of the above

Q(13). At what stage is the use of herbicide usually most effective in most standing crops?

(a.) 2 DAS

(b.) 30 DAS

(c.) 70 DAS

(d.) 90 DAS

(e.) 120 DAS

Q(14). DPW-621 is a new variety of which crop?

(a.) Wheat

(b.) Maize

(c.) Paddy

(d.) Barley

(e.) Oat

Q(15). How is groundwater level measured?

(a.) Anemometer

(b.) Pycnometer

(c.) Hydrometer

(d.) Lactometer

(e.) Piezometer

Q(16). Amaranthus (Cholaee) is a weed of which crops?

(a.) Bajra, Jowar, Maize

(b.) Rice, Wheat, Maize

(c.) Maize, Wheat, Gram

(d.) Sugarcane, Wheat, Barley

(e.) None of the above

Q(17). The shattering process is related to which crop?

(a.) Potato

(b.) Radish

(c.) Carrot

(d.) Soybean

(e.) None of the above

Q(18). Sod-Culture is related to which crop?

(a.) Fruits

(b.) Grass

(c.) Tree

(d.) Tea

(e.) Rubber

Q(19). Which crop has the highest soil salinity tolerance?

(a.) Barley

(b.) Gram

(c.) Wheat

(d.) Bajra

(e.) Ground nut

Q(20). Buttoning in cauliflower is due to a deficiency of which element?

(a.) Mg

(b.) Zn

(c.) Mn

(d.) Nitrogen

(e.) None of the above

Q(21). Agronomic measures of soil erosion are suitable for areas with a slope of:

(a.) Above 6 per cent

(b.) Above 33 per cent

(c.) Below 6 per cent

(d.) Below 33 per cent

(e.) None of the above

Q(22). Urea Super Granules (USG) are applied to plants to reduce:

(a.) Ammonia volatilization loss

(b.) Nitrate leaching loss

(c.) Runoff loss

(d.) All of the above

(e.) None of the above

Q(23). The first fertiliser produced in India was:

(a.) Urea

(b.) SSP

(c.) DAP

(d.) MoP

(e.) None of the above

Q(24). Which type of erosion is very common throughout India?

(a.) Sheet erosion

(b.) Gully erosion

(c.) Splash erosion

(d.) Landslide

(e.) None of the above

Q(25). Soil particles below 0.1 mm in size are eroded due to:

(a.) Saltation

(b.) Suspension

(c.) Surface creep

(d.) Windbreaks

(e.) None of the above

Q(26). The C:N ratio of normal soil is:

(a.) 1-2:1 ratio

(b.) 7-8:1 ratio

(c.) 10-12:1 ratio

(d.) 20-22:1 ratio

(e.) 25-33:1 ratio

Q(27). Yellow spots in citrus are due to the deficiency of which element?

(a.) Mg

(b.) Zn

(c.) Mo

(d.) Co

(e.) Mn

Q(28). The total number of essential nutrients for plants is:

(a.) 11

(b.) 14

(c.) 17

(d.) 21

(e.) 23

Q(29). The edible part of the mango is the:

(a.) Exocarp

(b.) Mesocarp

(c.) Endocarp

(d.) All of the above

(e.) None of the above

Q(30). The availability of fruits per person per day in India is:

(a.) 92 gm

(b.) 112 gm

(c.) 152 gm

(d.) 172 gm

(e.) 192 gm

Q(31). The rose-scented variety is related to which crop?

(a.) Rose

(b.) Mango

(c.) Litchi

(d.) Guava

(e.) Jasmine

Q(32). Which state is the highest producer of coffee?

(a.) Karnataka

(b.) Tamil Nadu

(c.) Kerala

(d.) Andhra Pradesh

(e.) Assam

Q(33). Which of the following fruits is cultivated over the largest area in India?

(a.) Banana

(b.) Mango

(c.) Guava

(d.) Pineapple

(e.) None of the above

Q(34). The highest calcium content is found in:

(a.) Rose

(b.) Litchi

(c.) Lotus

(d.) Jasmine

(e.) None of the above

Q(35). The seed rate of tomato cultivation is:

(a.) 400-500 g/ha

(b.) 300-400 g/ha

(c.) 600 g/ha

(d.) 650-700 g/ha

(e.) 800-850 g/ha

Q(36). "Pusa Sanyog" is a variety of:

(a.) Snake gourd

(b.) Pumpkin

(c.) Bottle gourd

(d.) Cucumber

(e.) Cowpea

Q(37). Downy Mildew of Maize is caused by:

(a.) Bacteria

(b.) Virus

(c.) Fungus

(d.) Viroid

(e.) None of the above

Q(38). Who was the chairman of NABARD in December 2013?

(a.) H K Bhanwala

(b.) R. B Singh

(c.) Hatch

(d.) Dr H.S. Gupta

(e.) None of the above

Q(39). Lactose is largely found in:

(a.) Milk

(b.) Fruit

(c.) Vegetable

(d.) Cereals

(e.) None of the above

Q(40). The best chicken breed for meat is:

(a.) Aseel

(b.) Plymouth Rock

(c.) White Leghorn

(d.) Brahma

(e.) None of the above

Q(41). The colour of the yolk of an egg is due to:

(a.) Anthocyanin

(b.) Carotene

(c.) Vitamin B

(d.) Xanthophylls

(e.) None of the above

Q(42). Which pig breed is famous for meat and giving babies?

(a.) American Yorkshire

(b.) White Yorkshire

(c.) Berkshire

(d.) Duroc

(e.) None of the above

Q(43). Which is an Indian breed of fish, not exotic?

(a.) Common carp

(b.) Rohu

(c.) Silver carp

(d.) Grass carp

(e.) None of the above

Q(44). In India, prawn is cultured mostly in:

(a.) Brackish water

(b.) Freshwater

(c.) Marine

(d.) All of the above

(e.) None of the above

Q(45). Which of the following is the largest fish-producing state in India?

(a.) Andhra Pradesh

(b.) West Bengal

(c.) Kerala

(d.) Madhya Pradesh

(e.) Tamil Nadu

Q(46). Who was the chairman of NABARD in December 2013?

(a.) H K Bhanwala

(b.) R. B Singh

(c.) Hatch

(d.) Dr H.S. Gupta

(e.) None of the above

Q(47). Test weight of Groundnut:

(a.) 100-200 gm

(b.) 300-400 gm

(c.) 200-300 gm

(d.) 500 gm

(e.) 600 gm

Q(48). What is the tilt angle of a disc plough?

(a.) 15-25

(b.) 25-35

(c.) 35-40

(d.) 42-45

(e.) 45-50

Q(49). For larger-size seeds, which implement is used?

(a.) Seed driller

(b.) Roller

(c.) Transplanter

(d.) All of the above

(e.) None of the above

Q(50). The country with the highest tractor density in the world is:

(a.) Spain

(b.) Germany

(c.) India

(d.) USA

(e.) None of the above

Answer and Explanations:

Ans.(1). (c.) Dehradun; Explanation: Central Soil and Water Conservation Research and Training Institute is located at Dehradun. It works on soil conservation, watershed management and water conservation technologies.

Ans.(2). (a.) Avikanagar; Explanation: Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute is located at Avikanagar in Rajasthan. It works on sheep, rabbit, wool and related animal production research.

Ans.(3). (b.) Kanpur; Explanation: Indian Institute of Pulses Research is located at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It is an ICAR institute working on pulse crop improvement and production technology.

Ans.(4). (d.) 643; Explanation: During 2012-13, the total number of Krishi Vigyan Kendras was 643. KVKs function as district-level farm science centres for technology assessment, demonstration and training.

Ans.(5). (c.) 13.7 per cent; Explanation: Agriculture contributed about 13.7 per cent to GDP during 2012-13. This reflects the share of agriculture and allied sectors in the national economy during that period.

Ans.(6). (c.) 2004; Explanation: National Commission on Farmers was established in 2004. It was chaired by Dr. M. S. Swaminathan and focused on farmer welfare, farm income and sustainable agriculture.

Ans.(7). (b.) 5-6 kg/ha; Explanation: The seed rate of pure mustard crop is about 5-6 kg/ha. Proper seed rate helps in maintaining optimum plant population and better seed yield.

Ans.(8). (b.) 30-40 kg/ha; Explanation: The recommended dose of nitrogen for tobacco crop is 30-40 kg/ha. Nitrogen supports vegetative growth, leaf development and quality of tobacco leaves.

Ans.(9). (e.) 30 x 10 cm; Explanation: The recommended spacing for chickpea is 30 x 10 cm. This spacing maintains proper plant population and reduces competition among plants.

Ans.(10). (c.) Sugarcane; Explanation: Wrapping is associated with sugarcane. Tying, wrapping and propping are done to support cane plants and prevent lodging.

Ans.(11). (c.) 50-60 DAS; Explanation: Siliqua formation in mustard generally occurs at 50-60 DAS. Siliqua is the pod-like fruit of mustard and contains seeds.

Ans.(12). (b.) Seed > lint; Explanation: In cotton ginning, seed proportion is generally greater than lint proportion. Ginning separates lint fibres from cotton seed.

Ans.(13). (b.) 30 DAS; Explanation: Herbicide use is usually most effective around 30 DAS in many standing crops. At this stage, weeds are young and crop-weed competition can be reduced effectively.

Ans.(14). (a.) Wheat; Explanation: DPW-621 is a variety of wheat. Wheat varieties are developed for yield, disease resistance and adaptation to different agro-climatic regions.

Ans.(15). (e.) Piezometer; Explanation: Groundwater level is measured by a piezometer. It is used to measure hydraulic head or water table depth in soil and aquifers.

Ans.(16). (a.) Bajra, Jowar, Maize; Explanation: Amaranthus or Cholaee is a common weed of Bajra, Jowar and Maize. It competes with crops for nutrients, moisture, light and space.

Ans.(17). (d.) Soybean; Explanation: Shattering is related to soybean. It refers to breaking of mature pods and falling of seeds before or during harvesting.

Ans.(18). (b.) Grass; Explanation: Sod-culture is related to grass. It refers to the maintenance of grass cover or turf, especially in orchards and lawns.

Ans.(19). (a.) Barley; Explanation: Barley has high tolerance to soil salinity among common field crops. It can perform better than many crops under saline soil conditions.

Ans.(20). (d.) Nitrogen; Explanation: Buttoning in cauliflower may occur due to nitrogen deficiency. It causes premature formation of small curds and reduces marketable yield.

Ans.(21). (c.) Below 6 per cent; Explanation: Agronomic measures of soil erosion control are suitable for slopes below 6 per cent. These include contour cultivation, strip cropping, mulching and cover cropping.

Ans.(22). (a.) Ammonia volatilization loss; Explanation: Urea Super Granules reduce ammonia volatilization loss. Deep placement of USG improves nitrogen use efficiency, especially in wetland rice.

Ans.(23). (b.) SSP; Explanation: The first fertiliser produced in India was SSP. Single Super Phosphate supplies phosphorus, calcium and sulphur to crops.

Ans.(24). (a.) Sheet erosion; Explanation: Sheet erosion is very common throughout India. It removes a thin uniform layer of fertile topsoil by runoff water.

Ans.(25). (b.) Suspension; Explanation: Soil particles below 0.1 mm are commonly moved by suspension. Fine particles remain suspended in wind or flowing water and are transported over longer distances.

Ans.(26). (c.) 10-12:1 ratio; Explanation: The C:N ratio of normal soil is around 10-12:1. This ratio affects organic matter decomposition and nitrogen mineralisation.

Ans.(27). (b.) Zn; Explanation: Yellow spots in citrus are due to zinc deficiency. Zinc deficiency produces mottling, small leaves and rosette symptoms in many fruit crops.

Ans.(28). (c.) 17; Explanation: Plants require 17 essential nutrients for normal growth and development. These include C, H, O, macronutrients and micronutrients.

Ans.(29). (b.) Mesocarp; Explanation: The edible part of mango is the mesocarp. Mango fruit is a drupe, and the fleshy middle layer forms the edible pulp.

Ans.(30). (d.) 172 gm; Explanation: The availability of fruits per person per day in India was given as 172 gm in the source question. Fruit availability depends on total production and population.

Ans.(31). (c.) Litchi; Explanation: Rose-scented variety is related to litchi. Litchi varieties are valued for aroma, pulp quality, sweetness and market preference.

Ans.(32). (a.) Karnataka; Explanation: Karnataka is the highest coffee-producing state in India. Its hilly tracts and humid climate are suitable for coffee cultivation.

Ans.(33). (b.) Mango; Explanation: Mango is cultivated over the largest area among fruits in India. It is known as the king of fruits and has high commercial importance.

Ans.(34). (c.) Lotus; Explanation: The answer key marks lotus as having the highest calcium content among the given options. Calcium is an important mineral nutrient in edible plant parts.

Ans.(35). (a.) 400-500 g/ha; Explanation: The seed rate of tomato cultivation is about 400-500 g/ha. Seed rate may vary with variety, nursery method and transplanting system.

Ans.(36). (d.) Cucumber; Explanation: Pusa Sanyog is a variety of cucumber. It is associated with vegetable crop improvement under Indian conditions.

Ans.(37). (c.) Fungus; Explanation: Downy mildew of maize is caused by fungus-like pathogens. It causes chlorotic stripes, stunting and downy fungal growth under humid conditions.

Ans.(38). (a.) H K Bhanwala; Explanation: H K Bhanwala was the chairman of NABARD in December 2013. NABARD works for agriculture, rural development and rural credit support.

Ans.(39). (a.) Milk; Explanation: Lactose is largely found in milk. It is a milk sugar composed of glucose and galactose.

Ans.(40). (c.) White Leghorn; Explanation: The document answer key marks White Leghorn as correct. White Leghorn is commonly known as an efficient poultry breed, especially for egg production.

Ans.(41). (d.) Xanthophylls; Explanation: The yellow colour of egg yolk is mainly due to xanthophylls. These pigments come from feed ingredients such as green fodder and maize.

Ans.(42). (b.) White Yorkshire; Explanation: White Yorkshire is a pig breed known for meat production and good reproductive performance. It is widely used in pig breeding programmes.

Ans.(43). (b.) Rohu; Explanation: Rohu is an Indian major carp. Its scientific name is Labeo rohita, and it is commonly cultured in Indian freshwater aquaculture.

Ans.(44). (a.) Brackish water; Explanation: In India, prawn is cultured mostly in brackish water. Coastal aquaculture areas are commonly used for prawn and shrimp farming.

Ans.(45). (a.) Andhra Pradesh; Explanation: The answer key marks Andhra Pradesh as the largest fish-producing state. Andhra Pradesh is highly important in inland fisheries and aquaculture production.

Ans.(46). (a.) H K Bhanwala; Explanation: H K Bhanwala was the NABARD chairman in December 2013. This question is repeated in the uploaded PYQ document.

Ans.(47). (c.) 200-300 gm; Explanation: Test weight of groundnut is given as 200-300 gm. Test weight indicates the weight of a fixed number of seeds and is useful in seed quality evaluation.

Ans.(48). (a.) 15-25; Explanation: The tilt angle of a disc plough is 15-25 degrees. Proper tilt angle helps in soil penetration, cutting and inversion.

Ans.(49). (a.) Seed driller; Explanation: For larger-size seeds, a seed driller is used. It places seed at proper depth and spacing for uniform crop establishment.

Ans.(50). (a.) Spain; Explanation: The answer key marks Spain as the country with the highest tractor density among the given options. Tractor density indicates the number of tractors per unit agricultural area.