Economy & Industries — Set 10
Gujarat GK · अर्थव्यवस्था और उद्योग · Questions 91–100 of 160
What is the role of private sector in agricultural development in Gujarat?
Correct Answer: B. Investment in agro-industries and technology
The private sector is investing heavily in agro-industries, technology adoption, contract farming, and market linkages, driving agricultural development in Gujarat.
Which government scheme provides loan for agricultural land purchase in Gujarat?
Correct Answer: B. Agricultural Land Purchase Scheme and Term Loans
Agricultural Land Purchase Schemes and term loans from banks and agricultural credit institutions help farmers acquire cultivable land for agricultural expansion.
What percentage of Gujarat's agricultural sector workforce is engaged in cotton production?
Correct Answer: B. 10-15%
Approximately 10-15% of Gujarat's agricultural workforce is directly engaged in cotton cultivation and related activities.
Which agro-processing technique helps preserve seasonal agricultural products in Gujarat?
Correct Answer: B. Canning, drying, and cold storage
Agro-processing techniques like canning, drying, and cold storage help preserve seasonal agricultural products, extending their shelf life and market availability.
What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Suraksha Abhiyan?
Correct Answer: B. Ensure fair prices and income support to farmers
The Pradhan Mantri Annadata Suraksha Abhiyan ensures fair prices for agricultural produce through MSP and other support mechanisms, protecting farmer incomes.
Which animal husbandry activity is generating additional income for Gujarat's farmers?
Correct Answer: B. Dairy, bee-keeping, and goat rearing
Dairy farming, beekeeping, and goat rearing are providing supplementary income to Gujarat's farmers, diversifying rural livelihoods.
What is the impact of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) on crop quality in Gujarat?
Correct Answer: B. Improves quality and market value of produce
Good Agricultural Practices improve crop quality, ensure food safety, and increase market value, making produce more competitive in domestic and export markets.
Which fisheries-related activity is developing in coastal areas of Gujarat?
Correct Answer: B. Aquaculture and shrimp farming
Aquaculture and shrimp farming are rapidly developing in Gujarat's coastal areas, providing additional income to fishing communities and contributing to food security.
What is the role of agri-tourism in rural development in Gujarat?
Correct Answer: B. Generates income and promotes agricultural awareness
Agri-tourism initiatives are generating supplementary income for farmers, promoting agricultural awareness, and contributing to rural economic development in Gujarat.
Which emerging agricultural trend is gaining popularity in Gujarat?
Correct Answer: B. Precision farming and protected cultivation (greenhouses)
Precision farming using IoT, sensors, and protected cultivation through greenhouses are emerging trends in Gujarat, improving productivity and sustainability.