Management Bakanae Disease of Paddy

What is the primary cause of management bakanae disease of paddy?

• Inadequate pest control
• Lack of sunlight
• Improper water management
• Excessive use of chemical fertilizers

What is the scientific name of the fungus that causes management bakanae disease of paddy?

• Magnaporthe grisea
• Gibberella fujikuroi
• Fusarium moniliforme
• Pyricularia oryzae

Which of the following is a cultural control method for managing bakanae disease of paddy?

• Genetic modification
• Chemical spraying
• Biological control
• Crop rotation

At what stage of the rice plant's growth is it most susceptible to management bakanae disease?

• Tillering stage
• Harvesting stage
• Maturity stage
• Flowering stage

How does management bakanae disease affect the yield of paddy?

• Causes complete crop failure
• Decreases number of tillers
• Increases plant height
• Reduces grain size

What is the average incubation period of management bakanae disease in paddy plants?

• 21-28 days
• 10-14 days
• 5-7 days
• 30-35 days

Which of the following is a resistant rice variety to management bakanae disease?

• IR64 rice
• Basmati rice
• Jasmine rice
• Sticky rice

What is the recommended spacing between rice plants to reduce the incidence of bakanae disease?

• 20 cm
• 15 cm
• 30 cm
• 25 cm

How does bakanae disease affect the quality of rice grains?

• Decreases amylose content
• Improves cooking properties
• Enhances nutritional value
• Increases aroma

What is the optimal temperature range for the development of management bakanae disease?

• 10-15°C
• 40-45°C
• 20-25°C
• 30-35°C