Quiz July 21, 2026

With reference to the Horticulture sector in India, consider the following statements:

1. India is the second largest producer of fruits and vegetables in the world.
2. Horticulture crops are covered under the Minimum Support Price Scheme.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to e-National Agricultural Market (NAM), consider the following statements:

1. NAM is a “virtual” market but it has a physical market (mandi) at the back end. 
2. It is implemented as a Centrally sponsored scheme through Agri-Tech Infrastructure Fund (ATIF).
3. It would increase farmer’s access to markets through warehouse based sales.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the foodgrain management In India, which of the following functions is/are performed by state governments?

1. Take delivery of foodgrains from the designated depots of the Central Government. 
2. Supply of the foodgrains to the entitled persons at the prices specified.
3. To establish institutionalised licensing arrangements for fair price shops.
4. Identify eligible beneficiaries and issue of ration cards. 

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Consider the following statements with reference to food fortification in India:

1. Fortified rice is distributed through the Public Distribution System in all the states.
2. Milk and edible oil require mandatory food fortification with Vitamin A and D 
3. Madhya Pradesh leads in the Food Fortification Index.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

Which of the following are the factors that lead to the skewed cropping pattern?

1. Availability of irrigation facilities
2. Availability of groundwater 
3. Demand driven production
4. Income maximisation schemes

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