UPSC Agriculture Previous Year Questions

Explain the factors influencing the decision of the farmers on the selection of high value crops in India. (Answer in 150 words)

Elaborate the scope and significance of supply chain management of agricultural commodities in India. (Answer in 150 words)

How does nanotechnology offer significant advancements in the field of agriculture? How can this technology help to uplift the socio-economic status of farmers? (Answer in 250 words)

Consider the following statements: Statement I: In India, income from allied agricultural activities like poultry-farming and wool rearing in rural areas is exempted from any tax. Statement II: In India, under the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961, rural agricultural land is not considered a capital asset. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

1. ABoth Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
2. BBoth Statement I and Statement II are correct but Statement II does not explain Statement I
3. CStatement I is correct but Statement II is not correct
4. DStatement I is not correct but Statement II is correct

Consider the following statements about turmeric during the year 2022-23: I. India is the largest producer and exporter of turmeric in the world. II. More than 30 varieties of turmeric are grown in India. III. Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu are major turmeric-producing States in India. Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. AI and III only
2. BII only
3. CII and III only
4. DI, II and III

Consider the following statements about the Rashtriya Gokul Mission: I. It is important for the upliftment of the rural poor as majority of low producing indigenous animals are with small and marginal farmers and landless labourers. II. It was initiated to promote indigenous cattle and buffalo rearing and conservation in a scientific and holistic manner. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. AI only
2. BII only
3. CBoth I and II
4. DNeither I nor II

Consider the following fruits: I. Papaya II. Pineapple III. Guava. How many of the above were introduced in India by the Portuguese in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries?

1. AOnly one
2. BOnly two
3. CAll the three
4. DNone

What were the factors responsible for the successful implementation of land reforms in some parts of the country? Elaborate. (Answer in 150 words)

Explain the role of millets for ensuring health and nutritional security in India. (Answer in 150 words)

What are the major challenges faced by the Indian irrigation system in recent times? State the measures taken by the Government for efficient irrigation management. (Answer in 250 words)

Elucidate the importance of buffer stocks for stabilizing agricultural prices in India. What are the challenges associated with the storage of buffer stock? Discuss. (Answer in 250 words)