GS3 · Topic
Agri-technology
E-technology in the aid of farmers: precision farming, advisory platforms, drones, soil cards, farm mechanisation.
84 UPSC Mains GS3 questions on Agri-technology that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2017–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? Discuss its transformative potential for India's information infrastructure and evaluate its role in enhancing agricultural productivity.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Information Technology and AIAgri-technology
Solar power sector is not only leading the mitigation efforts against climate change, but the innovations in solar power can also accelerate adaptation of agriculture to a new reality of changed climate. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyClimate Change
Agriculture is the most important economic activity for India - 49% population depends on it and contributes to 17% GDP. [Diagram: Multi pronged challenges in agriculture, with branches for: Investment - both public and private lacking; Unremunerative - Avg income per farmer household just 6000/month; Deleterious effects on environment - Eg: largest withdraw of groundwater; Rising challenge of climate change - Agriculture most affected (IPCC report); Rising subsidy bill - Eg: Fertiliser subsidy 2.5 lakh crore (2023)]. Precision farming is the farming which uses exact amount of water, nutrients etc required for agriculture.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Agri-technologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
Discuss the role of nanotechnology in enhancing food security and agricultural productivity. (b) Explain the potential applications of Quantum Dots in various sectors. (c) Examine the role and effectiveness of 'Protected Areas' in the preservation of biodiversity in India. Discuss the challenges involved.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Emerging TechnologiesAgri-technology
Farmer Producers' Organizations (FPOs) are engines of agri-innovation. In this context, discuss the role of FPOs in addressing the issue of fragmentation and lack of modernization in agriculture. Highlight the initiatives the Government took to promote the participation of FPOs in agriculture.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agricultural MarketingAgri-technology
Agri-startups have huge potential for socio-economic transformation in rural India. Examine.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agri-technologyAgricultural Marketing
What is precision agriculture? How can precision agriculture help in optimizing crop production and resource management?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agri-technologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
Define precision agriculture. How can it help in optimizing crop production and resource management?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agri-technologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
The use of technology has played a key role in the success of the 'Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana' since its inception. Discuss. What further changes can be incorporated to make the scheme more farmer-friendly?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Farm Credit and InsuranceAgri-technology
Describe the various applications of nanotechnology in the agricultural sector.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Emerging TechnologiesAgri-technology
Discuss the role of nanotechnology in enhancing agricultural productivity and food security in India. Highlight recent developments and potential benefits and risks of the use of nanofertilizers and nano-pesticides.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agri-technologyEmerging Technologies
How does the Digital Agriculture Mission leverage technology to transform the lives of farmers in India? Substantiate your answer with relevant examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Agri-technologyAgricultural Marketing
Explain the significance of agricultural marketing in the country. Outlining the key challenges it faces, suggest reforms to address them.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agricultural MarketingAgri-technology
Farm mechanization can drive rural prosperity and sustainable farming, but its widespread adoption is hindered by various factors. Discuss. Also, mention initiatives taken by the government to promote farm mechanization in the country.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Agri-technologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
Critically evaluate the performance of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) in making agricultural land more productive and improving the lives of the farmers in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Irrigation and WaterAgri-technology
What is Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRA)? Discuss the steps taken by the government to promote CRA and examine the key challenges faced in making Indian agriculture climate-resilient.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Crops and Cropping PatternsClimate Change
Discuss the role of market intelligence in the marketing of agricultural commodities.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agricultural MarketingAgri-technology
While access to irrigation is important, efficiency of water use is equally, if not more, crucial. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2019
Irrigation and WaterAgri-technology
Identify the factors behind the problem of low agricultural productivity in India. What initiatives have been taken by the government to address this problem?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsIrrigation and Water
What do you understand by e-agriculture? Explaining how information and communication technology (ICT) can help the agriculture sector, highlight some initiatives taken by the government in this regard.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Agri-technologyAgricultural Marketing
How can 'agrivoltaics' benefit India's agriculture and energy sectors? Highlighting the factors hindering its widespread adoption, suggest remedial measures.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
EnergyAgri-technology
Micro-irrigation is an innovative technology to accelerate sustainable agricultural growth. Analyse
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Irrigation and WaterAgri-technology
Highlight the significance of science and technology in agriculture with a special focus on biotechnology.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agri-technologyBiotechnology
How will you explain the potential of Agristack in providing a lasting remedy to various ills afflicting the farm sector?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Agri-technologyAgricultural Marketing
'In absence of innovations, the productivity of agriculture has remained stagnant in India'. Discuss e-technology related interventions taken so far to make farming remunerative.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Agri-technologyAgricultural Marketing
How do Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) function as Knowledge and Resource Centres of agriculture technology? Explain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agri-technology
Examine the role of natural farming in promoting sustainable agriculture. Discuss the major challenges hindering its widespread adoption in India.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgri-technology
While discussing the principles of "precision agriculture", elaborate on the uses of "Internet of Things" in precision agriculture.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Agri-technologyCrops and Cropping Patterns
Mention the principles of organic and natural farming. Also, discuss their role in sustaining agricultural production.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgri-technology
Usage of Chemical Pesticides has been proven a double edged sword for Agriculture in the country due to its role in raising Productivity and Toxicity. In this context critically examine the utility of Chemical Pesticides in Agriculture economy and briefly discuss salient provisions Draft Pesticide Management Bill, 2020
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgri-technology