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31.
Who inaugurated the Tur Dal Procurement Portal, allowing farmers to register and sell their produce at MSP or market rates to NAFED and NCCF?
Droupadi Murmu
Rajnath Singh
Nirmala Sitharaman
Amit Shah
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Tur Dal Procurement Portal was inaugurated by Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, facilitating farmers to sell their produce at MSP or market rates to NAFED and NCCF, marking a significant move towards agricultural reform.
Date : 2024-01-05
32.
Where was the 'Electronic Soil' developed to accelerate plant growth in hydroponic spaces?
Sweden
Norway
Denmark
Finland
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 'Electronic Soil' (eSoil) designed to boost plant growth in hydroponic systems was developed in Sweden, employing a distinctive blend of cellulose and a conductive polymer known as PEDOT (Poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)).
Date : 2023-12-30
33.
Which Indian state secured the first spot in agri-marketing reforms, according to the recent reform index released by Niti Aayog?
Maharashtra
Andhra Pradesh
Gujarat
Haryana
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh attained the top position with a score of 94 in the agri-marketing reforms index released by Niti Aayog, showcasing its significant progress in implementing provisions proposed under the model APMC Act.
Date : 2023-12-24
34.
Which ministry unveiled the 'Paat-Mitro' mobile application for jute farmers, providing information on Minimum Support Prices (MSP) and agronomy?
The Jute Corporation of India
The Ministry of Agriculture
The Textiles Ministry
The Indian Farmers Association
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Textiles Ministry, in its commitment to supporting jute farmers, launched the 'Paat-Mitro' app to provide them with crucial information about Minimum Support Prices (MSP), agronomic practices, and other resources to enhance their productivity and benefits.
Date : 2023-12-23
35.
What is the primary focus of the 'NAMO Drone Didi' initiative?
Economic empowerment through skill development
Healthcare support for rural communities
Empowering Women’s Self-Help Groups
Providing educational scholarships for women
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 'NAMO Drone Didi' initiative aims to empower 15,000 women Self Help Groups (SHGs) by providing agricultural drones, thus placing rural women at the forefront of the agricultural revolution.
Date : 2023-12-12
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