Agriculture & Farmer Schemes — Set 7
Government Schemes · कृषि और किसान योजनाएं · Questions 61–70 of 200
PMFBY provides coverage for which type of losses?
Correct Answer: B. Pre-sowing, standing crop, and post-harvest losses
PMFBY provides comprehensive coverage including pre-sowing, standing crop, and post-harvest losses. It also covers localized calamities like hailstorm and landslide. The scheme uses modern technology including remote sensing and satellite imagery for quick crop loss assessment.
What is the entry age for PM Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana?
Correct Answer: B. 18-40 years
Farmers aged between 18 and 40 years can enroll in PM Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana. The contribution amount varies based on the age at entry, ranging from ₹55 per month for those joining at age 18 to ₹200 per month for those joining at age 40. The scheme ensures social security for farmers in their old age.
KCC stands for:
Correct Answer: B. Kisan Credit Card
KCC stands for Kisan Credit Card, which provides flexible and simplified credit to farmers. The card was introduced by NABARD in 1998 and is implemented through commercial banks, regional rural banks, and cooperative banks. It provides revolving credit facility for short-term crop production needs.
National Horticulture Board (NHB) is headquartered at:
Correct Answer: C. Gurugram
National Horticulture Board (NHB) is headquartered at Gurugram (Gurgaon), Haryana. NHB was set up in 1984 under the Ministry of Agriculture. It promotes commercial horticulture, provides subsidy support for cold chain development, and implements various horticulture development schemes.
Micro-irrigation under PMKSY includes:
Correct Answer: B. Drip and sprinkler irrigation
Micro-irrigation under PMKSY primarily includes drip irrigation and sprinkler irrigation systems. These methods significantly improve water use efficiency compared to traditional flood irrigation. Drip irrigation can save up to 40-50% of water while sprinkler irrigation saves about 25-30% compared to conventional methods.
Which scheme provides direct financial support to PM-KISAN beneficiaries without any intermediary?
Correct Answer: B. PM-KISAN through DBT
PM-KISAN uses Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to send financial support directly to farmers' bank accounts without any intermediary. This is part of the JAM (Jan Dhan-Aadhaar-Mobile) trinity framework. The system ensures that the benefits reach the right beneficiary in a timely and transparent manner.
Under PKVY, organic farming is promoted through which approach?
Correct Answer: B. Cluster approach
PKVY promotes organic farming through a cluster approach where groups of farmers form clusters of 50 acres. The cluster-based approach makes certification, marketing, and input supply more efficient. Farmers within a cluster are collectively trained, supported, and certified as organic producers.
eNAM allows farmers to sell their produce to:
Correct Answer: B. Buyers across India
eNAM allows farmers to sell their produce to buyers across India through the online trading platform. This helps farmers get competitive prices and access larger markets beyond their local area. The platform reduces the role of intermediaries and enables transparent price discovery through online bidding.
Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) function at which level?
Correct Answer: C. District level
Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) are farm science centres that function at the district level. They serve as knowledge and resource centres for agricultural technology assessment, refinement, and demonstration. KVKs bridge the gap between agricultural research and actual farm-level application.
What does MIDH stand for?
Correct Answer: B. Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture
MIDH stands for Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture, launched in 2014-15. It covers fruits, vegetables, root and tuber crops, mushrooms, spices, flowers, aromatic plants, coconut, cashew, cocoa, and bamboo. MIDH provides financial assistance for creation of infrastructure and adoption of new technologies.