Agricultural Schemes & PM Kisan — Set 2
Indian Agriculture · कृषि योजनाएं और PM किसान · Questions 11–20 of 80
What is the tagline of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY)?
Correct Answer: B. Har Khet Ko Pani, More Crop Per Drop
The tagline of PMKSY is 'Har Khet Ko Pani, More Crop Per Drop,' which reflects the dual objective of ensuring irrigation to every agricultural field and improving water use efficiency. The scheme promotes micro-irrigation technologies like drip and sprinkler irrigation. It was launched in 2015 by integrating earlier schemes like AIBP, IWMP, and On-Farm Water Management.
Under which scheme are Soil Health Cards issued to farmers to test soil quality?
Correct Answer: B. Soil Health Card Scheme
The Soil Health Card (SHC) Scheme was launched on February 19, 2015, by Prime Minister Modi in Suratgarh, Rajasthan, to provide farmers with information about their soil's nutrient status. Every farmer is to be issued a Soil Health Card once every two years. The card tests soil for 12 parameters including N, P, K, pH, EC, and organic carbon, helping farmers use appropriate fertilizers.
How many soil parameters are tested under the Soil Health Card Scheme?
Correct Answer: C. 12 parameters
The Soil Health Card Scheme tests 12 parameters including macronutrients (N, P, K), secondary nutrients (S), micronutrients (Zn, Fe, Cu, Mn, Bo), and physical parameters (pH, EC, and Organic Carbon). These parameters help assess the fertility status and health of the soil. Farmers receive recommendations for the appropriate use of fertilizers and soil amendments based on these test results.
e-NAM (National Agriculture Market) is an online trading platform for agricultural commodities. When was it launched?
Correct Answer: B. 2016
e-NAM (Electronic National Agriculture Market) was launched on April 14, 2016, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to create a unified national market for agricultural commodities. It is a pan-India electronic trading portal that networks existing APMC mandis to create a unified national market. The platform aims to promote better price discovery and reduce transaction costs for farmers.
Which organization implements the e-NAM (National Agriculture Market) platform?
Correct Answer: C. SFAC (Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium)
The e-NAM platform is implemented by Small Farmers' Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC), which is an agency under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare. SFAC was mandated to develop, operate, and maintain the e-NAM portal. The platform connects registered mandis across the country, enabling farmers to sell their produce to buyers beyond their local APMC.
Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme provides what type of credit to farmers?
Correct Answer: B. Short-term credit for agricultural operations
The Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme provides short-term formal credit to farmers for their agricultural operations, including purchase of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and other inputs. It also covers post-harvest expenses and the maintenance needs of farm assets. The scheme was introduced in 1998 and implemented by NABARD to ensure timely and adequate credit support to farmers.
NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development) was established in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1982
NABARD was established on July 12, 1982, based on the recommendations of the B. Sivaraman Committee. It was set up by an Act of Parliament (NABARD Act, 1981) and took over the functions of the Agricultural Credit Department and Rural Planning and Credit Cell of RBI. NABARD serves as the apex development bank for agriculture and rural development in India.
RKVY stands for which agricultural development scheme in India?
Correct Answer: B. Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana
RKVY stands for Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, a Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched in 2007 during the 11th Five-Year Plan. It was designed to achieve 4% annual growth in agriculture during the 11th Plan by allowing states to choose their own agricultural development activities. The scheme was later revamped as RKVY-RAFTAAR (Remunerative Approaches for Agriculture and Allied Sector Rejuvenation) in 2017.
National Food Security Mission (NFSM) focuses on increasing production of which crops?
Correct Answer: B. Rice, wheat, pulses, and coarse cereals
The National Food Security Mission (NFSM) was launched in 2007-08 to increase the production of rice, wheat, pulses, and coarse cereals through area expansion and productivity enhancement. The scheme aims at restoring soil fertility and productivity, creating employment opportunities, and enhancing farm-level economy. It operates in selected districts across major producing states.
Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) promotes which type of farming?
Correct Answer: B. Organic farming
Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) was launched in 2015 to promote organic farming in India through a cluster-based approach. Under this scheme, farmers are organized into groups of 50 in a cluster of 50 acres to adopt organic farming practices collectively. It provides financial assistance to farmers for three years to cover the conversion period and helps them get certified and market their organic produce.