PYQs - IBPS SO AFO Mains Exam 2019 (Agriculture Knowledge)

 

IBPS SO AFO Mains Exam 2019 (Agriculture Knowledge)

Previous Year Questions (PYQs)

Q(1). In which year was the scheme e-NAM launched?

(a.) 2016

(b.) 2010

(c.) 2015

(d.) 2017

(e.) 2014

Q(2). In which year was the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) launched?

(a.) 2000

(b.) 2010

(c.) 2016

(d.) 2012

(e.) 2014

Q(3). What was the MSP of wheat for the cropping year 2017-18?

(a.) 1500 per quintal

(b.) 2000 per quintal

(c.) 1735 per quintal

(d.) 1900 per quintal

(e.) None of these

Q(4). What was the MSP of paddy (common) in 2018-19?

(a.) 1200 per quintal

(b.) 2500 per quintal

(c.) 3000 per quintal

(d.) 1750 per quintal

(e.) 1800 per quintal

Q(5). What is the premium rate for all commercial and horticulture crops under PMFBY?

(a.) 2.0 per cent

(b.) 9 per cent

(c.) 7 per cent

(d.) 5.0 per cent

(e.) 15 per cent

Q(6). What is the uniform premium rate for all Rabi crops as per PMFBY?

(a.) 1.5 per cent

(b.) 2 per cent

(c.) 4.4 per cent

(d.) 5.5 per cent

(e.) 6.5 per cent

Q(7). In PMFBY, what is the uniform premium rate for all oil seed crops?

(a.) 1.50 per cent

(b.) 2 per cent

(c.) 5.0 per cent

(d.) 9 per cent

(e.) None of these

Q(8). What is the maximum limit for bank loans for building social infrastructure as per RBI?

(a.) 1 crore

(b.) 3 crore

(c.) 5 crore

(d.) 8 crore

(e.) 10 crore

Q(9). In the Blue Revolution Scheme, what is the government-decided subsidy limit for fish culture?

(a.) 10 per cent

(b.) 30 per cent

(c.) 40 per cent

(d.) 60 per cent

(e.) 80 per cent

Q(10). According to NABARD, what is the optimal number of graftable scions from each plant after 4 years?

(a.) 12

(b.) 20

(c.) 25

(d.) 33

(e.) 45

Q(11). India’s highest banana exports are to which of the following countries?

(a.) USA

(b.) China

(c.) Brazil

(d.) Australia

(e.) Saudi Arabia

Q(12). Which of the following is low to medium sensitive to water shortage?

(a.) Cotton

(b.) Wheat

(c.) Maize

(d.) Sorghum

(e.) None of these

Q(13). Young leaves turn chlorotic and stalks become short due to deficiency of which of the following nutrients?

(a.) Iron

(b.) Zinc

(c.) Copper

(d.) Oxygen

(e.) Manganese

Q(14). Which of the following doesn't supply Nitrogen?

(a.) Rhizobium

(b.) Azotobacter

(c.) Azospirillum

(d.) Trichoderma viride

(e.) All of these

Q(15). What is the pH value for acidic soil?

(a.) More than 5.5

(b.) Less than 5.5

(c.) 7

(d.) More than 7

(e.) 8-8.5

Q(16). How many markets have e-NAM covered to date?

(a.) 400

(b.) 300

(c.) 1000

(d.) 2000

(e.) 500-600

Q(17). Which is the propagation method for the cashew nut crop?

(a.) Gooty

(b.) H-budding

(c.) T-budding

(d.) Soft wood grafting

(e.) All of these

Q(18). Which crop's critical irrigation stages are CRI, Tillering, and Booting?

(a.) Wheat

(b.) Moong

(c.) Lentil

(d.) Gram

(e.) Soyabean

Q(19). Which of the following states has the highest area of Alkali Soil?

(a.) UP

(b.) MP

(c.) Bihar

(d.) Gujarat

(e.) Telangana

Q(20). Which crop's critical irrigation stages are Flowering, Peg Penetration, and Pod Development?

(a.) Sorghum

(b.) Wheat

(c.) Groundnut

(d.) Lentil

(e.) Gram

Q(21). What is the maximum pattern of financial assistance for procurement of power tiller above 8 PTO HP for SC, ST, small and marginal farmers/women farmers?

(a.) 40 per cent of the cost, maximum 85,000

(b.) 70 per cent of the cost, maximum 85,000

(c.) 30 per cent of the cost, maximum 85,000

(d.) 50 per cent of the cost, maximum 85,000

(e.) None of these

Q(22). What is the pattern of assistance of below 20 BHP tractor-driven mould board plough benefits for others other than ST/SC/women/small farmers/marginal farmers?

(a.) 40 per cent of cost up to 16000

(b.) 60 per cent of cost up to 16000

(c.) 48 per cent of cost up to 16000

(d.) 70 per cent of cost up to 16000

(e.) 10 per cent of cost up to 16000

Q(23). What is the assistance for tube well/bore under National Food Security Mission?

(a.) 80 per cent of the cost, maximum 25000

(b.) 50 per cent of the cost, maximum 25000

(c.) 25 per cent of the cost, maximum 25000

(d.) 90 per cent of the cost, maximum 25000

(e.) None of these

Q(24). Under RKVY, the Government of India is giving reclamation of problem soil. What is the unit cost per hectare given by the government of India for the reclamation of acidic soil?

(a.) 15,000/ha

(b.) 20,000/ha

(c.) 30,000/ha

(d.) 50,000/ha

(e.) 5,000/ha

Q(25). What is the volume of liquid handled by a high-volume sprayer?

(a.) More than 400 litres

(b.) More than 500 litres

(c.) More than 1000 litres

(d.) 1000 litres

(e.) None of these

Q(26). What is the field capacity of a tractor-drawn power harrow?

(a.) 5-6 ha per day

(b.) 5 ha per day

(c.) 10 ha per day

(d.) 1.5 ha per day

(e.) 30 ha per day

Q(27). In the NABARD scheme for combine harvesters, what is the life period as per the scheme?

(a.) 5000 hours

(b.) 6000 hours

(c.) 1000 hours

(d.) 20000 hours

(e.) None of these

Q(28). What is the nitrogen content in calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN)?

(a.) 12

(b.) 25

(c.) 18

(d.) 30

(e.) 46

Q(29). According to the National Horticulture Board/Government of India, which of the following had the lowest productivity (ton/ha) in 2017-18?

(a.) Flower crops

(b.) Cash crops

(c.) Vegetable crops

(d.) Medicinal plants

(e.) Fruit crops

Q(30). In which of the following rivers is the estimated utilisable surface flow water low?

(a.) Ganga

(b.) Narmada

(c.) Yamuna

(d.) Mahanadi

(e.) Alaknanda

Q(31). According to RBI guidelines, what is the maximum limit of loans to ST/SC?

(a.) 1 lakh

(b.) 3 lakh

(c.) 5 lakh

(d.) 10 lakh

(e.) 50000

Q(32). Which of the following has the lowest seed replacement rate (SRR)?

(a.) Gram

(b.) Wheat

(c.) Maize

(d.) Soyabean

(e.) Groundnut

Q(33). What is the maximum storage period of a commodity in a rural godown?

(a.) 8 months

(b.) 10 months

(c.) 15 months

(d.) 20 months

(e.) 24 months

Q(34). What is the maximum capacity of utilisation in a rural godown?

(a.) 20 per cent

(b.) 30 per cent

(c.) 50 per cent

(d.) 90 per cent

(e.) 100 per cent

Q(35). What is the capacity of a medium-sized godown?

(a.) 3000, 4000 MT

(b.) 5000-5500 MT

(c.) 2000, 2200 MT

(d.) 500, 1000 MT and 2000 MT

(e.) All of these

Q(36). Cankerous spots on leaves are caused by?

(a.) Wilt

(b.) Downy Mildew

(c.) Citrus canker

(d.) Powdery mildew

(e.) Bacterial canker

Q(37). NABARD has formulated a fish cum dairy scheme for a 1 ha farm. What is the expected grow-out period for the fish in this project?

(a.) 1.5 years

(b.) 2 years

(c.) 5 months

(d.) 8 months

(e.) 11 months

Q(38). NABARD has formulated a fish cum dairy scheme for a 1 ha farm. What is the number of crossbreed cows assumed?

(a.) 5

(b.) 8

(c.) 15

(d.) 20

(e.) 25

Q(39). Which of the following is a medium to high irrigation-sensitive crop?

(a.) Wheat

(b.) Soyabean

(c.) Potato

(d.) Jute

(e.) Rice

Q(40). Which of the following is a highly irrigation-sensitive crop?

(a.) Cabbage

(b.) Dhaincha

(c.) Urdbean

(d.) Mung Bean

(e.) All of these

Q(41). Which greenhouse classification is based on construction?

(a.) Even span type

(b.) Polythene covered

(c.) Glass-covered greenhouse

(d.) Wooden frame structure greenhouse

(e.) All of these

Q(42). Which greenhouse classification is based on covering material?

(a.) Even span type

(b.) Lean-to type

(c.) Glass glazing greenhouse

(d.) Active cooling greenhouse

(e.) All of these

Q(43). What is the maximum storage period of commodities in a rural godown?

(a.) 5 months

(b.) 10 months

(c.) 18 months

(d.) 24 months

(e.) 36 months

Q(44). What is the minimum age for an individual to be considered for the Nari Shakti Puruskar?

(a.) 45 years

(b.) 35 years

(c.) 25 years

(d.) 20 years

(e.) 15 years

Q(45). When were the “Nari Shakti Puruskar” guidelines revised?

(a.) 2017

(b.) 2016

(c.) 2019

(d.) 2018

(e.) 2020

Q(46). How many districts in India are covered under the Lead Bank Scheme?

(a.) 200

(b.) 700

(c.) 665

(d.) 714

(e.) None of these

Q(47). According to the National Horticulture Board/GOI, which of the following had the highest productivity (ton/ha) in 2017-18?

(a.) Cash crops

(b.) Legumes

(c.) Vegetables

(d.) Flower crops

(e.) Fruit crops

Q(48). The goat pox vaccine was released by which institute?

(a.) IVRI

(b.) ICAR

(c.) IARI

(d.) CREDA

(e.) All of these

Q(49). Which of the following methods is used to propagate many plants with drooping or viny growth habits?

(a.) Air layering

(b.) Budding

(c.) Veneer grafting

(d.) Tip layering

(e.) None of these

Q(50). Which of the following causes damage inside the stem by boring into it and feeding?

(a.) Pink borer

(b.) Top borer

(c.) Termites

(d.) Painted bug

(e.) Pseudo stem borer

Q(51). Which of the following causes gall formation in roots?

(a.) VAM

(b.) Stem nematode

(c.) Root-knot nematode

(d.) Leaf nematode

(e.) All of these

Q(52). What is the RPM of a rotary tiller?

(a.) 500-700

(b.) 180-200

(c.) 200-1000

(d.) 1000-2000

(e.) All of these

Q(53). Which of the following tillage operations leaves 15 to 30 per cent of residue cover after planting small grain residue equivalent through the critical wind erosion period?

(a.) Reduced tillage

(b.) Zero tillage

(c.) Conservation tillage

(d.) Deep tillage

(e.) None of these

Q(54). Which poultry bird lays the heaviest eggs?

(a.) Chicken

(b.) Quail

(c.) Turkey

(d.) Duck

(e.) Koel

Q(55). What is the term for the cultivation of grapes?

(a.) Pomology

(b.) Olericulture

(c.) Viticulture

(d.) Floriculture

(e.) Sericulture

Q(56). Which state has the maximum area under sugarcane cultivation?

(a.) Maharashtra

(b.) Andhra Pradesh

(c.) U.P

(d.) Tamil Nadu

(e.) MP

Q(57). The trench method of planting sugarcane is suitable for:

(a.) Northern India

(b.) North Eastern India

(c.) Punjab, Haryana, UP

(d.) Coastal region

(e.) None of the above

Q(58). What is the recommended spacing for sunflower cultivation?

(a.) 30 x 10 cm

(b.) 40 x 10 cm

(c.) 20 x 15 cm

(d.) 40 x 15 cm

(e.) 45 x 30 cm

Q(59). What causes the brown colour of soil?

(a.) Nitrogen

(b.) Potash

(c.) Phosphorus

(d.) Organic matter

(e.) None of the above

Q(60). The mouldboard instrument is used for?

(a.) Ploughing

(b.) Weeding

(c.) Harrowing

(d.) Levelling

(e.) None of these

Answer and Explanations:

Ans.(1). (a.) 2016; Explanation: e-NAM was launched in 2016 as a pan-India electronic trading platform to integrate APMCs and provide transparent price discovery to farmers.

Ans.(2). (c.) 2016; Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) was launched in 2016 to provide comprehensive crop insurance with low premium rates and timely claim settlement.

Ans.(3). (c.) 1735 per quintal; Explanation: MSP of wheat for 2017-18 was fixed at ₹1,735 per quintal based on CACP recommendations.

Ans.(4). (d.) 1750 per quintal; Explanation: MSP of paddy common for 2018-19 was ₹1,750 per quintal to ensure remunerative prices to farmers.

Ans.(5). (d.) 5.0 per cent; Explanation: Under PMFBY, the premium rate for commercial and horticulture crops is 5.0 percent of the sum insured.

Ans.(6). (b.) 4 per cent; Explanation: Under the Interest Subvention Scheme, short-term crop loans up to ₹3 lakh are provided at an effective rate of 4 percent per annum.

Ans.(7). (d.) Fe; Explanation: Iron (Fe) is a micronutrient required for chlorophyll synthesis and enzyme activation.

Ans.(8). (c.) Nitrogen; Explanation: Nitrogen is a primary macronutrient and essential constituent of chlorophyll involved in photosynthesis.

Ans.(9). (c.) Barley; Explanation: Barley is a highly salt-tolerant crop and can grow in saline soils where most crops fail.

Ans.(10). (c.) Karnataka; Explanation: Karnataka leads in Totapuri mango production due to suitable climate in districts like Kolar.

Ans.(11). (c.) Uttar Pradesh; Explanation: Uttar Pradesh has the maximum area under alkali soils as per the Degraded and Wasteland Survey.

Ans.(12). (c.) Neelum X Alphonso; Explanation: Ratna mango is a hybrid from the cross Neelum × Alphonso, giving regular bearing and excellent flavour.

Ans.(13). (e.) Pollarding; Explanation: Pollarding is cutting branches above browsing height to induce new shoots.

Ans.(14). (e.) More than 1000 mm; Explanation: Humid areas receive annual rainfall of more than 1000 mm, supporting intensive cropping.

Ans.(15). (e.) None of these; Explanation: The boat used in Mahanadi-Chilika lagoons is Nauka/Danga, not Bahani, Jano, Dian or Uthapani.

Ans.(16). (c.) 6.5-7.5; Explanation: Grapes grow best in pH 6.5-7.5 for optimum nutrient uptake.

Ans.(17). (c.) 4.5-8.2; Explanation: Guava tolerates a wide pH range of 4.5-8.2, making it adaptable to varied soils.

Ans.(18). (d.) 6.5-7.5; Explanation: Bananas prefer pH 6.5-7.5 for best bunch development and nutrient balance.

Ans.(19). (a.) Urea; Explanation: Banana farmers traditionally apply more urea due to high nitrogen demand for vegetative growth and bunch formation.

Ans.(20). (b.) Salmon; Explanation: Salmon has high protein content per serving and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

Ans.(21). (e.) All of the above; Explanation: None of the statements correctly describe a four-stroke petrol engine; such engines are more efficient and use less lubricating oil than two-stroke engines.

Ans.(22). (a.) Diesel engine weight per horsepower is high; Explanation: Diesel engines have higher weight per horsepower due to robust construction for high compression.

Ans.(23). (a.) 20-25 hp; Explanation: For single cropping on a 40-hectare farm, a 20-25 hp tractor is recommended.

Ans.(24). (a.) Disc plough; Explanation: Disc plough has the highest draft requirement per unit width due to soil-cutting and inversion action.

Ans.(25). (c.) More than 400 litres/ha; Explanation: High volume sprayers apply more than 400 litres/ha.

Ans.(26). (b.) 3 HP; Explanation: Power sprayers are typically powered by 3 HP engines or motors for adequate pressure.

Ans.(27). (b.) Calcium; Explanation: Calcium deficiency causes dieback of young leaves at tips and margins with folded appearance.

Ans.(28). (e.) Wheat; Explanation: Wheat is a temperate crop requiring cool winters and warm summers.

Ans.(29). (d.) Greater than 4 dS/m; Explanation: Saline soils have electrical conductivity greater than 4 dS/m at 25°C.

Ans.(30). (b.) Greater than 8.5; Explanation: Alkali soils have pH > 8.5 due to high exchangeable sodium.

Ans.(31). (c.) Greater than 15; Explanation: Saline-alkaline soils have ESP > 15, causing soil dispersion and poor structure.

Ans.(32). (a.) Teak; Explanation: Teak is preferred for plywood due to strength, durability and pest resistance.

Ans.(33). (b.) 95 percent; Explanation: Drip irrigation achieves water-use efficiency up to 95% by delivering water directly to roots.

Ans.(34). (d.) Mn; Explanation: Manganese (Mn) is involved in chlorophyll formation and oxygen evolution in photosynthesis.

Ans.(35). (a.) Clean tillage; Explanation: Clean tillage disturbs the entire field, leaving no living plant undisturbed for weed control.

Ans.(36). (e.) 80 percent; Explanation: Rice bran forms approximately 80 percent of many fish feed formulations.

Ans.(37). (a.) 19.27 per cent; Explanation: As per State of Forest Report 1997, India’s actual forest cover was 19.27 percent.

Ans.(38). (a.) 45-50 months; Explanation: Murrah buffalo attains first calving at 45-50 months under good management.

Ans.(39). (c.) Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI); Explanation: R2B vaccine against Ranikhet disease was developed by IVRI, Izatnagar.

Ans.(40). (d.) 12 square meters; Explanation: Recommended floor space for a pregnant cow in open area is 12 m².

Ans.(41). (d.) 1 square foot; Explanation: Each broiler requires approximately 1 square foot floor space during rearing.

Ans.(42). (c.) CARIBRO-91; Explanation: CARIBRO-91 achieves the highest 6-week body weight among listed meat-type chicken breeds.

Ans.(43). (b.) National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal; Explanation: Karan Fries cattle were developed at NDRI, Karnal by crossing Holstein Friesian with indigenous breeds.

Ans.(44). (d.) 01.04.2014; Explanation: Grameen Bhandaran Yojna and AMIGS were merged into AMI under ISAM from 01.04.2014.

Ans.(45). (a.) 70-100 kg; Explanation: A calf aged 6-9 months weighs approximately 70-100 kg under standard feeding.

Ans.(46). (d.) 1979; Explanation: Avian Research Institute, Izatnagar was established in 1979.

Ans.(47). (b.) 500; Explanation: Lime dose to reclaim acidic soil with pH 6.6-7.5 is approximately 500 kg/ha.

Ans.(48). (b.) 1100; Explanation: About 1100 day-old pullet chicks are procured to obtain 1000 layers after mortality loss.

Ans.(49). (d.) 11.91 lakhs ha; Explanation: Estimated brackish water area suitable for shrimp culture in India is 11.91 lakh ha.

Ans.(50). (c.) 120-150 days; Explanation: Average culture period for prawns to reach 20-30 g size is 120-150 days.

Ans.(51). (c.) 1963; Explanation: Power tiller was introduced in India in 1963.

Ans.(52). (d.) 18th century; Explanation: Papaya, native of Tropical America, was introduced to India in the 18th century.

Ans.(53). (c.) Above 40 percent; Explanation: For most crops, relative humidity above 40 percent is safe to prevent excessive transpiration stress.

Ans.(54). (a.) Dibbling; Explanation: Dibbling involves making a hole, inserting seed at desired depth and covering it.

Ans.(55). (d.) 1929; Explanation: Imperial Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) was established in 1929.

Ans.(56). (d.) Mixed forest; Explanation: Mixed forest practice raises fodder grass with scattered fodder, fruit and fuel wood trees on wastelands and commons.

Ans.(57). (a.) 3 Kg; Explanation: Daily concentrate feed requirement for a lactating animal on graded protein diet is approximately 3 kg.

Ans.(58). (e.) 44,444; Explanation: Recommended plant population for long-duration cotton is approximately 44,444 plants/ha.

Ans.(59). (c.) 60; Explanation: For line sowing of rice, recommended seed rate is 60 kg/ha.

Ans.(60). (a.) 3 Kg; Explanation: Daily concentrate feed requirement for a lactating animal on graded protein diet is approximately 3 kg to support milk production and health.