Agricultural Institutions — Set 7
Indian Agriculture · कृषि संस्थान · Questions 61–70 of 120
The National Sugar Institute (NSI) is located in:
Correct Answer: B. Kanpur
The National Sugar Institute (NSI) is located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It is under the Department of Food and Public Distribution, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution. NSI provides training in sugar technology, sugarcane production, and by-products development. Uttar Pradesh is India's largest sugarcane producing state, making NSI's location in Kanpur strategically important.
The Indian Institute of Pulses Research (IIPR) is located in:
Correct Answer: C. Kanpur
ICAR-IIPR (Indian Institute of Pulses Research) is located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It conducts research on all major pulse crops including pigeon pea, chickpea, lentil, and mung bean. India is the world's largest producer and consumer of pulses. IIPR's research has developed high-yielding, disease-resistant pulse varieties and improved production technologies.
The National Research Centre on Plant Biotechnology (NRCPB) is now called:
Correct Answer: A. ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology
The National Research Centre on Plant Biotechnology (NRCPB) was renamed to ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (ICAR-NIPB) located at the Pusa campus in New Delhi. It conducts advanced research in plant biotechnology, genomics, and molecular breeding. NIPB develops biotechnology-based crop improvement solutions. It also handles biosafety research and regulatory support for GM crops.
The Indian Institute of Vegetable Research (IIVR) is located in:
Correct Answer: B. Varanasi
ICAR-IIVR (Indian Institute of Vegetable Research) is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It conducts research on vegetables including potato, tomato, brinjal, peas, and leafy vegetables. India is one of the world's largest vegetable producers. IIVR develops hybrid varieties, IPM strategies, and post-harvest technologies for vegetables. It also coordinates the All India Coordinated Research Project on Vegetables.
Which ICAR institute is specifically focused on maize research?
Correct Answer: B. IIMR Ludhiana
ICAR-IIMR (Indian Institute of Maize Research) is located in Ludhiana, Punjab. It conducts research on maize varieties, hybrids, and production technologies. India's maize production has grown significantly, driven by demand from poultry feed, starch, and ethanol industries. IIMR develops high-yielding, pest-resistant maize varieties for diverse agro-climatic conditions.
The National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) is located in:
Correct Answer: B. New Delhi
ICAR-NBPGR (National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources) is located in New Delhi (Pusa campus). It is the national repository for plant genetic resources including crop wild relatives, landraces, and improved varieties. NBPGR maintains the National Gene Bank with long-term storage of seeds. It coordinates collection, evaluation, conservation, and utilization of plant genetic resources across India.
NABARD's Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme was launched in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 1998
The Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme was launched in 1998 based on a model scheme prepared by NABARD. The scheme was introduced to provide adequate and timely credit to farmers for their cultivation and allied activities. KCC provides revolving credit for multiple crop seasons within the sanctioned limit. NABARD designed the scheme and it is implemented by commercial banks, cooperative banks, and RRBs.
The Coconut Development Board of India is under the administrative control of which ministry?
Correct Answer: A. Ministry of Agriculture
The Coconut Development Board operates under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. It promotes the holistic development of the coconut industry. The coconut palm is called 'Kalpavriksha' (wish-fulfilling tree) in India as every part of the palm has economic value. Kerala accounts for the maximum coconut production in India.
The Directorate of Cashewnut and Cocoa Development is headquartered in:
Correct Answer: B. Puttur
The Directorate of Cashewnut and Cocoa Development is headquartered in Puttur (also called Putur), Karnataka. It is under the Ministry of Agriculture and promotes the cultivation, development, and marketing of cashew and cocoa. India is one of the world's largest cashew producers and exporters. Goa, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala are major cashew growing states.
Agricultural Universities in India are governed under which act?
Correct Answer: C. State Agricultural Universities Act of respective states
Agricultural Universities in India are governed under their respective State Agricultural Universities Acts passed by the state legislatures. Each state has its own act governing the established agricultural universities. However, ICAR provides financial and technical support through a system of grants. The Education Commission on Agricultural Education (DARE) coordinates with state agricultural universities. ICAR can grant deemed university status to its institutes under UGC norms.