Agricultural Institutions — Set 11
Indian Agriculture · कृषि संस्थान · Questions 101–110 of 120
Which institution is responsible for accrediting soil testing laboratories in India?
Correct Answer: D. National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL)
NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) accredits soil testing laboratories in India. NABL accreditation ensures that laboratories follow international quality standards for soil analysis. The Soil Health Card scheme under the government requires soil testing laboratories to be reliable. NABL operates under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
The Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) is located in:
Correct Answer: C. Izatnagar (Bareilly)
ICAR-IVRI (Indian Veterinary Research Institute) is located in Izatnagar (near Bareilly), Uttar Pradesh. It is India's premier veterinary research institute. IVRI conducts research on animal diseases, vaccines, and veterinary biotechnology. It also provides training in veterinary science and disease diagnosis. IVRI developed vaccines for several important animal diseases including foot-and-mouth disease and brucellosis.
The Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT) is located in:
Correct Answer: B. Mumbai
ICAR-CIRCOT (Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology) is located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It conducts research on cotton ginning, spinning, and textile processing technologies. CIRCOT develops technologies for improving cotton fibre quality and processing efficiency. Its research supports the cotton textile industry, which is one of India's largest employers.
The National Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management Institute (NIFTEM) is located in:
Correct Answer: B. Sonipat (Haryana)
NIFTEM (National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management) is located in Sonipat, Haryana (near Delhi). It was established in 2012 under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries. NIFTEM provides education, research, and entrepreneurship support in food technology and processing. It offers BTech, MTech, and PhD programmes in food technology and trains food processing entrepreneurs.
The Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI) is located in:
Correct Answer: C. Cuttack
ICAR-CRRI (Central Rice Research Institute) is located in Cuttack, Odisha. It is one of India's oldest and most respected rice research institutes, established in 1946. CRRI conducts research on rice breeding, agronomy, and post-harvest technology. Odisha is historically known for diverse rice genetic resources. CRRI has developed many improved rice varieties for different agro-climatic conditions.
The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Authority (PPVFRA) was established under which act?
Correct Answer: B. Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Act 2001
PPVFRA was established under the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights (PPV&FR) Act, 2001. This act provides for protection of plant varieties, rights of farmers who have conserved plant genetic resources, and rights of breeders. It implements the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) convention in India. PPVFRA registers protected varieties and adjudicates disputes related to plant variety protection.
National Mission on Oilseeds and Oil Palm (NMOOP) was launched by the government mainly to:
Correct Answer: B. Reduce import dependence on edible oils by increasing domestic production
NMOOP (National Mission on Oilseeds and Oil Palm) was launched to reduce India's heavy import dependence on edible oils by increasing domestic oilseed production and expanding oil palm cultivation. India imports 60-70% of its edible oil requirements. NMOOP provides seed support, technology demonstrations, and subsidies for oilseed crops and oil palm. The recent National Edible Oil Mission aims to further reduce import dependence.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) provides which service critical to agriculture?
Correct Answer: B. Agro-meteorological advisories and crop-weather forecasts to farmers
IMD (India Meteorological Department) provides agro-meteorological advisories and district-level crop weather forecasts that are critical for agricultural planning. These advisories help farmers decide optimal sowing, irrigation, and pest management timing. IMD's seasonal monsoon forecasts are critical for kharif cropping decisions. Agro-meteorological services are provided jointly by IMD and ICAR through the FASAL (Forecasting Agricultural output using Space, Agro-meteorology and Land based observations) project.
State Seed Certification Agencies (SSCAs) are responsible for:
Correct Answer: B. Certifying quality of seeds to ensure they meet varietal purity and germination standards
State Seed Certification Agencies (SSCAs) certify seeds produced by seed companies, cooperatives, and government agencies to ensure they meet prescribed standards for varietal purity, germination, moisture, and physical purity. Certified seeds have a blue tag indicating certification. SSCAs are established under the Seeds Act, 1966. High-quality certified seeds are foundational to agricultural productivity.
Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) was established to:
Correct Answer: B. Facilitate bottom-up agricultural technology dissemination at district level
ATMA (Agricultural Technology Management Agency) was set up as a society at the district level to facilitate transfer of agricultural technology from research to farmers. ATMA integrates various extension activities and brings farmers, extension workers, and research institutes together. It operates on a bottom-up planning approach where farmers' needs drive the technology dissemination agenda. ATMA is a key vehicle for RKVY and other scheme implementation at the district level.