Agriculture & Farmer Schemes — Set 5

Correct Answer: D. 5%

For commercial and horticultural crops, farmers pay a premium of 5% of the sum insured under PMFBY. The remaining premium is shared between the Central and State governments. This higher premium for commercial crops is still much lower than the actuarial rates, making the scheme attractive for horticulture farmers.

Correct Answer: C. Constitutional post holders

People holding or having held constitutional posts are excluded from PM-KISAN benefits. Other exclusions include current and former holders of ministerial posts, sitting and former MPs and MLAs, government employees, taxpayers, and professionals like doctors, engineers, and lawyers. The scheme targets genuine farmer families who need financial support.

Correct Answer: C. 1000

The correct answer is '1000'. The eNAM platform has integrated over 1,000 APMCs (Agricultural Produce Market Committees) across the country. The platform enables online trading of agricultural commodities across states. It promotes transparency in pricing and reduces the number of intermediaries between farmers and buyers.

Correct Answer: B. Agricultural Produce Market Committee

APMC stands for Agricultural Produce Market Committee, which manages regulated markets (mandis) for agricultural produce. APMCs are state-level bodies that regulate trade in agricultural commodities within their jurisdiction. They ensure fair prices for farmers but have been criticized for creating monopolies and adding to marketing costs.

Correct Answer: B. Improve seed replacement ratio

The sub-Mission on Seeds and Planting Material (SMSP) aims to improve seed replacement ratio in the country. It provides financial assistance for seed production, seed processing, and seed quality testing. Better quality seeds are crucial for improving agricultural productivity and ensuring food security.

Correct Answer: B. Crop Diversification Programme under NFSM

Crop Diversification Programme under NFSM (CDF) aims to shift farmers from less remunerative crops to other crops with better market prospects. The programme is implemented in states with assured irrigation where wheat monoculture is dominant. It helps in sustainable use of natural resources and reduces dependence on a single crop.

Correct Answer: B. 50-50 between farmer and government

PM Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana works on a 50-50 voluntary contribution model where both the farmer and Central Government contribute equal amounts. The monthly contribution of farmers varies from ₹55 to ₹200 depending on entry age. The government matches the contribution to build the pension corpus.

Correct Answer: C. 20 million tons

National Food Security Mission (NFSM) was launched with the target of adding 20 million tons of food grain production. This target was to be achieved by expanding area under cultivation and improving productivity. The mission has helped India achieve record food grain production in successive years.

Correct Answer: B. SFAC

eNAM is implemented by Small Farmers' Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC), which is a society promoted by the Ministry of Agriculture. SFAC facilitates integration of APMCs onto the e-trading platform. The organization also provides technical support and handholding to APMCs for smooth implementation.

Correct Answer: C. CACP

The Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) recommends Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 23 crops to the Government of India. CACP considers cost of production, market prices, demand-supply situation, and other relevant factors while recommending MSP. The final MSP is approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA).