Agriculture & Farmer Schemes — Set 4
Government Schemes · कृषि और किसान योजनाएं · Questions 31–40 of 200
What is the funding pattern under RKVY between Centre and State?
Correct Answer: C. 60:40
Under RKVY, the funding pattern is 60:40 between Centre and State governments. For North-Eastern states and Himalayan states, the pattern is 90:10. The scheme aims to achieve 4% annual growth in agriculture sector through state-specific development plans.
National Food Security Mission (NFSM) was launched in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2007
National Food Security Mission (NFSM) was launched in 2007-08 with the objective of increasing production of rice, wheat, and pulses. The mission aims to restore soil fertility and productivity at the individual farm level. NFSM targets 20 million tons of additional food grains by the end of the mission period.
NFSM focuses on increasing production of which crops?
Correct Answer: C. Wheat, rice, and pulses
National Food Security Mission focuses primarily on increasing production of wheat, rice, and pulses. Pulses were included as a separate component due to the chronic shortage situation and high prices. The mission promotes better seed, technology, and farm management practices.
Zero Budget Natural Farming is associated with which state as a model?
Correct Answer: B. Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh is the leading model state for Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF). The Andhra Pradesh government has been implementing ZBNF on a large scale through the RySS (Rythu Sadhikara Samstha) organization. ZBNF aims to eliminate input costs and promote natural farming practices.
Who developed the concept of Zero Budget Natural Farming?
Correct Answer: B. Subhash Palekar
Subhash Palekar developed the concept of Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF). He is known as the 'father of zero budget natural farming' in India. The method uses cow dung and urine-based preparations as key inputs instead of chemical fertilizers, aiming to bring down input costs to zero.
What is the target number of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) under the government scheme?
Correct Answer: C. 10,000
The Government of India launched a scheme to form 10,000 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) across the country. Each FPO is eligible for equity grant up to ₹18 lakh and credit guarantee facility. The scheme aims to aggregate small and marginal farmers to improve their bargaining power in the market.
What is the maximum equity grant available for each FPO?
Correct Answer: C. ₹18 lakh
Each Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) is eligible for equity grant of up to ₹18 lakh under the government scheme. This grant helps FPOs strengthen their capital base and undertake business activities. Credit guarantee facility is also available to ensure banks lend to FPOs without collateral issues.
Mission Organic Value Chain Development is primarily targeted at which region?
Correct Answer: B. North-East India
Mission Organic Value Chain Development for North East India (MOVCDNER) is a Central sector scheme. It aims to develop certified organic production in a value chain mode to link growers with consumers. The scheme provides financial assistance for organic cluster development, certification, and value addition in North-Eastern states.
Which horticulture mission covers fruits and vegetables development?
Correct Answer: B. MIDH
Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) covers the development of fruits, vegetables, flowers, spices, and other horticulture produce. MIDH was launched in 2014-15 by merging various horticulture development schemes. The scheme promotes adoption of modern technology and protected cultivation among horticulture farmers.
PMFBY stands for:
Correct Answer: A. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
PMFBY stands for Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, which is the flagship crop insurance scheme of the Government of India. It was launched in 2016 to provide financial support to farmers suffering crop loss due to unforeseen events. The scheme covers all food crops, oilseeds, and annual commercial/horticultural crops.