General Knowledge Test with questions about different types of economies for exams like UPSC, SSC, UPPSC, Banking, RPSC, MPSC, KAS, MPPSC, and others.
1. What is the term agriculture derived from?
- Greek words “geo” meaning earth and “logos” meaning study
- Sanskrit words “krishi” meaning farming and “bhoomi” meaning land
- Latin words “ager” or “agri” meaning soil and “cultra” meaning cultivation
- French words “terre” meaning earth and “labour” meaning work
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Answer: Option C. Latin words “ager” or “agri” meaning soil and “cultra” meaning cultivation
2. Which national agriculture research institute is located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan?
- Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI)
- Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)
- Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI)
- Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR)
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Answer: Option A. Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI)
3. What is the main source of irrigation in the North Coastal Zone of Andhra Pradesh?
- Tube wells
- Drip irrigation
- Rain-fed systems
- Wells and canals
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Answer: Option D. Wells and canals
4. What type of crop is wheat classified as?
- Kharif crop
- Rabi crop
- Perennial crop
- Summer crop
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Answer: Option B. Rabi crop
5. What is the process of loosening and turning soil called?
- Tilling or ploughing
- Harvesting
- Manuring
- Sowing
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Answer: Option A. Tilling or ploughing