Economy & Agriculture — Set 1
Haryana GK · अर्थव्यवस्था और कृषि · Questions 1–10 of 120
Which revolution transformed Haryana and Punjab into the 'food bowl of India'?
Correct Answer: B. Green Revolution
The Green Revolution of the 1960s-70s transformed Haryana and Punjab into the food bowl of India through adoption of High Yielding Variety (HYV) seeds, chemical fertilizers, and irrigation. Haryana contributed significantly to national food security through wheat and rice surplus. The revolution was spearheaded by Norman Borlaug's wheat varieties adapted by Indian scientists. Haryana today contributes about 10-12% of India's total wheat procurement despite covering only 1.3% of India's land.
What is the predominant Rabi (winter) crop of Haryana?
Correct Answer: C. Wheat
Wheat is the predominant Rabi (winter-sown) crop of Haryana, sown from October to December and harvested in March-April. Haryana is one of India's top wheat-producing states contributing heavily to the central pool managed by FCI. The state's flat alluvial plains and canal irrigation system are highly suitable for wheat cultivation. Haryana's wheat procurement accounts for nearly 15% of FCI's total annual procurement.
Which organization manages the procurement and storage of wheat from Haryana for the central pool?
Correct Answer: B. FCI
The Food Corporation of India (FCI) manages the procurement, storage, and distribution of wheat from Haryana under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) policy. FCI has numerous depots across Haryana including major ones at Ambala, Karnal, Panipat, and Rohtak. The central pool stocks from Haryana support the Public Distribution System (PDS) nationwide. Haryana's efficient procurement infrastructure makes it one of the top contributors to national food security.
Which is the predominant Kharif (summer) crop of Haryana?
Correct Answer: C. Rice (Paddy)
Rice (Paddy) is the predominant Kharif (summer-sown) crop of Haryana, sown from June-July and harvested in October-November. Haryana produces both common rice varieties and premium basmati rice, especially in Karnal and Kurukshetra districts. The expansion of rice cultivation has, however, led to concerns about groundwater depletion in the state. Haryana is a major supplier of basmati rice for export from India.
Which district of Haryana is famous for basmati rice research and the National Dairy Research Institute?
Correct Answer: C. Karnal
Karnal district is famous for both basmati rice research and the National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI). NDRI Karnal is India's premier dairy research institution established in 1923, now under ICAR. Karnal is also home to the Directorate of Wheat Research (DWR), making it a hub for agricultural research. The city is known as the 'City of Science' due to its concentration of agricultural and dairy research institutions.
What is the full form of NDRI located at Karnal, Haryana?
Correct Answer: B. National Dairy Research Institute
NDRI stands for National Dairy Research Institute, located at Karnal, Haryana. It is India's premier institute for dairy research and education, established in 1923 at Bangalore and shifted to Karnal in 1955. NDRI is under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and has the status of Deemed University. It conducts research on milk production, processing, and dairy technology.
Which city in Haryana is home to Maruti Suzuki's largest manufacturing plant?
Correct Answer: C. Manesar (Gurugram)
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has its largest manufacturing plant at Manesar in Gurugram district, Haryana. Manesar is a major industrial town in the National Capital Region (NCR) and houses multiple automobile and auto-component manufacturers. The Manesar plant produces over 550,000 vehicles annually and is one of the largest car manufacturing facilities in India. Gurugram district has emerged as the automobile capital of India due to this cluster.
Which automobile company has its manufacturing facility at Dharuhera in Haryana?
Correct Answer: B. Hero MotoCorp
Hero MotoCorp (formerly Hero Honda) has a major two-wheeler manufacturing facility at Dharuhera in Rewari district, Haryana. Hero MotoCorp is the world's largest two-wheeler manufacturer by volume and Dharuhera is one of its key production plants. The company also has a plant at Gurgaon. Hero MotoCorp's presence has made Haryana a major hub for two-wheeler production in India.
Which public sector oil refinery is located in Panipat, Haryana?
Correct Answer: C. IOC Panipat Refinery
The Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) Panipat Refinery is one of India's largest refineries located at Panipat, Haryana. It has a crude processing capacity of about 25 MMTPA (million metric tonnes per annum). The refinery also houses India's first Naphtha Cracker project and produces petrochemicals. Panipat Refinery plays a crucial role in supplying petroleum products to northern India.
Which city in Haryana is known as the 'Millennium City' and is a major IT/BPO hub?
Correct Answer: B. Gurugram
Gurugram (formerly Gurgaon) is known as the 'Millennium City' and is a major IT, BPO, and financial services hub near Delhi. It houses DLF Cyber City, one of India's largest commercial real estate developments. Hundreds of Fortune 500 companies have their India offices in Gurugram. The city contributes significantly to Haryana's per capita income, which is among the highest in India.