GS3 · Practice questions
Crops and Cropping Patterns
55 questions match. Years are the CSE year of the toppers who answered.
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"The agricultural subsidy regime in the country needs reforms to address the distortions it causes." Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
Subsidies and MSPCrops and Cropping Patterns
Explain the concept of a nutrition-sensitive food system and suggest strategies to achieve it in the country.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2017–2025
Food Security and PDSInclusive Growth
"Genome-edited crops have the potential to strengthen food and nutritional security in the country." Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
BiotechnologyFood Security and PDS
Why is self-sufficiency in pulse production crucial for India? Discuss the policy and technological interventions needed to achieve Aatma Nirbharata in pulses.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsSubsidies and MSP
Overexploitation strains the quality as well as the quantity of our groundwater resources. Analyze.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2024–2025
Irrigation and WaterCrops and Cropping Patterns
The rainfed nature of India's agriculture makes it more susceptible to climate change. Highlight the importance of quality irrigation in the climate-adaptability of agriculture. What measures can be undertaken to improve the overall efficiency of the available irrigation practices in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Irrigation and WaterClimate Change
What is floriculture? How is it helpful in enhancing farm income and boosting agri-exports?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgricultural Marketing
“Women play a crucial role in Indian agriculture, yet continue to face systemic exclusion.” Discuss with reference to land ownership, access to credit, and agri-extension services. What initiatives has the government taken in this regard?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2025
EmploymentInclusive Growth
India remains significantly dependent on imports to meet its pulses demand. Examine the key challenges in achieving self-reliance in pulses. Also, mention the major government initiatives taken in this regard.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsSubsidies and MSP
Examine the role of Integrated Farming System (IFM) in improving agricultural productivity and minimizing the environmental impact of agriculture.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsAnimal Rearing and Fisheries
Examine how enhancing agrobiodiversity can address India's food security challenges while building climate-resilient agricultural systems.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsClimate Change
Examine the potential of peri-urban agriculture in India. Also, suggest measures to address the challenges in pulse and vegetable oil sufficiency.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgricultural Marketing
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 coexistence of physical and economic water scarcity in Indian agriculture reflects a deeper crisis in water governance. Examine the factors contributing to this and suggest reforms to make irrigation more equitable and sustainable.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Irrigation and WaterCrops and Cropping Patterns
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
Cropping pattern in the country does not concur with the agro-climatic reality, leading to unintended and undesirable consequences. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsIrrigation and Water
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
The transition from the green revolution to an ‘evergreen revolution’ is essential for sustainable agricultural growth. In this context, examine the impact of green revolution on Indian agriculture. What measures can be taken to usher in evergreen revolution?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsIrrigation and Water
Planning for the potential long-term impacts of climate change on agriculture needs to be prioritised to mitigate threats it poses to India's food security. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Food Security and PDSClimate Change
Analyse the regional shifts in the cropping patterns of India. Discuss the long-term implications of this shift on nutritional security and water sustainability.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsIrrigation and Water
Examine the influence of socio-economic factors on cropping patterns across different regions. Discuss the potential trade off between economic viability and ecological sustainability in crop selection.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsSubsidies and MSP
Analyze the importance of food processing industries in promoting millets cultivation and consumption in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Food ProcessingCrops and Cropping Patterns
Discuss the multi-dimensional impact of climate change on agriculture. What strategies would you suggest to make agriculture sustainable and climate resilient?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Climate ChangeCrops and Cropping Patterns
"India's heavy reliance on imported edible oils, stemming from multiple factors, calls for a comprehensive approach to boost domestic production and reduce this dependency." Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Crops and Cropping PatternsAgricultural Marketing