Agricultural Practices and Crop Knowledge

The video provides an overview of Indian agriculture, highlighting its significance and the diverse climate that influences crop cultivation. It categorizes crops into food and cash crops, detailing major food crops like rice, wheat, and millets, and cash crops such as sugarcane, cotton, and jute. The video also covers the variety of fruits and vegetables grown in India and suggests methods to improve agricultural production using modern techniques and fertilizers.

What percentage of India's population is involved in agriculture or related activities?

• 30%

• 75%

• 60%

• 45%

Which climate condition is ideal for rice cultivation in India?

• Cool and wet

• Hot and humid

• Cold and dry

• Dry and windy

Which state is NOT a leading producer of wheat in India?

• Punjab

• Haryana

• Kerala

• Madhya Pradesh

Millets are known for their high content of which nutrient compared to wheat and rice?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Vitamins

• Fats

Which of the following is a cash crop grown for its fiber?

• Jute

• Millet

• Wheat

• Rice

Which beverage crop requires a hot and wet climate and is widely grown in Assam and Karnataka?

• Sugarcane

• Cocoa

• Tea

• Coffee

Which state is a major producer of rubber in India?

• Rajasthan

• Punjab

• Kerala

• Gujarat

Which fruit is NOT commonly grown in India?

• Banana

• Kiwi

• Mango

• Apple

Which spice is known for its aroma and is grown in Kerala and Karnataka?

• Vanilla

• Saffron

• Cumin

• Pepper

What is one method to improve agricultural production mentioned in the video?

• Reducing crop variety

• Increasing manual labor

• Using modern farming techniques

• Using chemical fertilizers