Horticulture-2023 (Shift-1) — Agri Master Mind

The origin of wound induced De Novo adventitious rout in citrus is
  • Carnbium
  • Phloem
  • Bark and Basal callus
  • Nodal Segment
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIVegetable CropVariety/Hybrid(A) Tomato(I) Kashi Arun(B) French bean(II) Kashi Amul(C) Carrot(III) Kashi Himani(D) Brinjal(IV) Kashi BainganiChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I). (D) - (III)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Which of the following is a largest Indian orchid?
  • Bletia purpurea
  • Aerides multiflorum
  • Cymbidium giganteum
  • Galeola falconeri
Choose the right sequence (decreasing order) about India's share of the following fruits in global fruit production(A) Mango(B) Grapes(C) Banana(D) CitrusChouse the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (B), (C), (D).
  • (A), (C), (D), (B).
  • (B), (A), (D), (C).
  • (C), (B), (D), (A).
Statistical analysis for determining the adaptability of genotypes in different environment is
  • Correlation analysis
  • Line x Tester
  • D2 Mahalanobis
  • Stability analysis
Improper filling physiological disorder of banana is due to the deficiency of
  • Iron
  • Potassium
  • Copper
  • Magnesium
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Making a notch below a bud by removing a wedge-shaped piece of bark is known as nicking and it helps information of fruit budReason (R): Nicking ensures accumulation of carbohydrates from the leaves to the bud which help in the formation of fruit budIn light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.
  • Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is true but (R) is false.
  • (A) is false but (R) is true.
Which of the following tree is associated with the life of Lord ‘Krishna’?
  • Salix bahylonica
  • Anthocephalus cadamha
  • Saraca indica
  • Michelia chamyaca
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IICropVariety(A) Turmeric(I) Pant C-1(B) Coriander(II) Pant Ragini(C) Chilli(III) Pant Peetabh(D) Fenugreek(IV) Pant HaritimaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Which of the following is the most common rootstock for budding in rose under South Indian conditions?
  • Rosa foetida
  • Rosa multiflora
  • Rosa lucida
  • Rosa indica var. Odorata
Which of the following garden styles are developed on the basis of their respective ideas of heaven?(A) Mughal garden style(B) Persian garden style(C) English Garden style(D) Japanese garden styleChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
  • (B) and (D) only.
  • (C) and (D) only.
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other is labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Nucellar embryony has been a major obstacle in citrus breedingReason (R): Nucellar embryos arise from somatic cells of the nucellus, they are asexual progenies and not required by the breeder.In light of above statements, choose the most appropriate answers from the optionsgiven below.
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
What is the basic chromosome number is present in C genome of Brassica oleracea?
  • x = 15
  • x = 9
  • x = 36
  • x = 16
Given below aretwo statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Long day types onions are cultivated in temperate or hilly regions.Reason (R): The onion crop is more sensitive to temperature that plays more important role in bulb formation than photoperiod.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both (A) and (R) arecorrect and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) arecorrect but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct.
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct.
Polyembrony is controlled by?
  • Dominant gene
  • Recessive gene
  • Single pair of gene
  • Self sterility
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-II(Flower Crop)(Basic chromosome number)(A) Rose(I) X= 9(B) Gladiolus(II) X= 12(C) Marigold(III) X= 15(D) Chrysanthemum(IV) X= 7Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) — (I), (B) — (II), (C) — (IV), (D) — (III)
  • (A) — (III), (B) — (IV), (C) — (II), (D) — (I)
  • (A) — (II), (B) — (III), (C) — (IV), (D) - (I)
  • (A) — (IV), (B) — (III), (C) — (II), (D) — (I)
The recommended optimum plant density for sweet potato has been recommended by ICAR- CTCRI is?
  • 73000 plants/ha
  • 63000 plants/ha
  • 83000 plants /ha
  • 93000 plants/ha
Kashi Chayan is the variety of
  • Cowpea
  • French bean
  • Tomato
  • Chilli
The wheat grain can be stored well at a moisture percentage less than
  • 20 %
  • 15 %
  • 10 %
  • 5 %
Which mango cultivar imparts prominent beak character to the progenies?
  • Manjeera
  • Totapuri
  • Banganpalli
  • Amrapalli
Which of the following are cool season turf grasses?(A) Cynodon dactylon(B) Agrostis palustris(C) Paspalum notatum(D) Lolium pereneChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (B) only.
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (B) and (D) only.
  • (C) and (D) only.
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other is labelled as Reason (R)Assertion (A): Germplasm can be preserved for longer period under cryopreservation at -296°C.Reason (R): There is minimal loss of genetic information through cryopreservationIn light of above statements, choose the most appropriate answers from the options given below.
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
Variety ’Pusa Sharda’ belongs to which crop that can be stored for 15-20 days under room temperature?
  • Tomato
  • Cucumber
  • Muskmelon
  • Bitter gourd
In guava red spots on the newly emerged leaves and dry and brittle leaves indicates the deficiency of
  • Boron
  • Zinc
  • Phosphorus
  • Potassium
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Calyx splitting isa major disorder of carnation and in this, calyx split when the flowers start to open.Reason (R): This is attributed to various factors such as over feeding, varietal character, high temperature, a sharp drop in night temperature, a low nitrogen level or boron deficiency.In light of the above statements, chouse the most appropriate answer frum the optionsgiven below:
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct.
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct.
Plants which possess special structures such as thorns, rootlets, tendrils, etc to climb over a support, are called as.
  • Seasonal flowers
  • Trees
  • Shrubs
  • Climbers
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIPhysiological disorderFruit crop(A) Translucent flesh(I) Mango(B) Internal breakdown(II) Pineapple(C) Gooseflesh(III) Pomegranate(D) Girdle necrosis(IV) BananaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (II), (B) - (III). (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Which of the following is F1 hybrid of watermelon?
  • Arka Akash
  • Arka Shyama
  • Arka Manik
  • Arka Muthu
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIVarietyFruit(A) Arka Majestic(I) Mango(B) Phule Arakta(II) Guava(C) Arka Amulya(III) Pomegranate(D) Manjeera(IV) GrapesChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)
  • (A) — (I). (B) — (II). (C) — (III). (D) — (IV)
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
  • (A) — (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) — (II)
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Mutagen induced male sterility is heritable and male sterility induced by gametocide is non-heritable.Statement (II): Heterozygous population derived in garden pea will not segregate on selfing.In light of the above statements, choose the must appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
Which of the following climber is categorized as heavy climber?
  • Petrea volubilis
  • Quisiqualis indica
  • Aristolochia elegans
  • Lonicera japonica
The grape vine flowers are borne in clusters or panicles on
  • 1-2 node
  • 3-5 node
  • 5-7 node
  • 8-I0 node
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Dwarfing interstocks in apple are used to avoid the undesirable root system of a dwarfing root stockStatement (II): Mallus Sikiminemsis is largely used as interstock for the said purposeIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the optionsgiven below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true, but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Establishment of cashew orchards by seedling is not recommendedReason (R): Cashew is a cross- pollinated cropIn light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.
  • Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is true but (R) is false.
  • (A) is false but (R) is true
Reducing weed growth by manipulating water level in water bodies, light intensities, nutrient availability, competitive displacement. etc. is known as
  • Preventive weed management
  • Mechanical weed management
  • Ecological weed management
  • Cultural weed management
Which of the following shrubs are grown for their fragrant flowers?(A) Duranta plumieri(B) Cesumum nocturnuin(C) Acalypha hispida(D) Pnrtlandia grandifloraChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (B) and (C) only.
  • (B) and (D) only.
  • (C) and (D) only.
What is the centre of origin of Fenugreek?
  • Southeast Europe and West Asia
  • China
  • Indo-Myanmar region
  • North and South America
Which of the following is NOT a triploid hybrid or triploid variety of Tapioca?
  • Sree Sahya
  • Sree Athulya
  • Sree Apoorva
  • Sree harsha
On the basis of anthesis time of vegetable crops(A) Tomato(B) Muskmelon(C) Summer Squash(D) Ridge gourdChoose the correct answer from the options according to ascending order of athesis time:
  • (B), (C), (D), (A).
  • (A), (B), (C), (D).
  • (B), (A), (D), (C).
  • (C), (B), (A), (D).
Pramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) was launched during the year?
  • 2000
  • 2005
  • 2010
  • 2015
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIDiseaseIndicator plant(A) Tristeza(I) Kagzi lime(B) Exocortis(II) Rangpur lime(C) Psorosis(III) Sweet orange var. Pineapple(D) Greening(IV) Sweet orange var. ValenciaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) — (IV). (B) — (II), (C) - (III). (D) — (I)
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (IV). (C) - (II), (D) - (III)
  • (A) — (I), (B) — (III), (C) - (II), (D) — (IV)
The calcium content in healthy plant ranges between
  • 0.05-5.0%
  • 0.1-0.3%
  • 0.2-1.0%
  • 0.5-5.0%
Banana are placed in the order
  • Rhamnalns
  • Zingerbales
  • Myrtales
  • Rosales
Which Apple cultivar is a good pollinizer for all the delicious groups?
  • Jonathan
  • Jona Gold
  • Golden Delicious
  • Greensleeves
Which Irrigation system is useful fur areas having water scarcity and salt problems?
  • Open cannel
  • Sprinkler
  • Micro sprinkler
  • Drip application
Sequence the mango varieties according to their parentage(A) Amrapali x Sensation(B) Dashehari x Sensation(C) Arnrapali x Vanraj(D) Amrapalix Lal SundariChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • Pusa Lalima — Pusa Peetarnber — Arunika — Pusa Shreshth
  • Pusa Shreshth - Pusa Lalima — Arunika — Pusa Peetamber
  • Pusa Shreshth — Arunika — Pusa Peetamber — Pusa Lalima
  • Pusa Shreshth — Pusa Lalima — Arunika — Pusa Peetamber
A dried drupe of black pepper is known as
  • pepper corn
  • pepper berry
  • pepper spikes
  • pepper leaf
Match List I with List II pear rootstock for their salient characteristicsList IList II(A) Pyrus betulifolia(I) Blight resistant rootstock(B) Cyndonia oblonga(II) Black end susceptible rootstock(C) Pyrus calleryana(III) Dwarfing rootstock(D) Pyrus pyrifolia(IV) Alkaline tolerant rootstockChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) — (I), (B) — (II), (C) — (III), (D) — (IV)
  • (A) — (III), (B) — (IV), (C) — (II), (D) — (I)
  • (A) — (IV), (B) — (III), (C) — (I), (D) — (II)
  • (A) — (II). (B) — (I). (C) — (IV). (D) — (III)
Which of the following is a major pest of the early summer cauliflower?
  • Diamond back moth
  • Spodoptera litura
  • Cabbage butterfly
  • Aphid
Life cycle of a normal cultivated rice from germination to physiological maturity is completed in
  • 50-90 Days
  • 90-100 days
  • 110-210 Days
  • 250-260 Days
Powdery mildew resistant single dominant gene (Er-3) derived from which pea species?
  • Pisum abyssinnicum
  • Pisum fulvum
  • Pisum elatius
  • Pisum sativum
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): The tall coconut cultivars are referred as var. typica, while dwarf type as var. NanaStatement (II): Tall cultivars are the resultant of out breeding while dwarf are the resultant of inbreedingIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
  • Statement (I) is correct, but Statement (II) is incorrect.
  • Statement (I) is incorrect, but Statement (II) is correct.
Which of the following is a striped variety of standard carnation?
  • Darling
  • Picaro
  • Super Star
  • Challenger
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Lettuce is most common among leafy vegetables that can be easily grown in hydroponic system.Statement (II): Life cycle of hydroponic lettuce is long as compared to traditionally Brown lettuce.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true, but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
Which of the following annual flower crop is used as green filler?
  • Nasturtium
  • Rose
  • Gypsophila
  • Carnation
Match List I with List II with respect to salient characteristics of mango cultivarList IList II(A) Suvarnarekha(I) Regular bearing(B) Rumani(II) Imparting tolerance to Bacterial Canker(C) Banganpalli(III) Good donor for skin colour(D) Bombay green(IV) Good source for dwarfnessChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) — (I), (B) — (III), (C) — (IV), (D) — (II)
  • (A) — (III), (B) — (IV), (C) — (I), (D) — (II)
  • (A) — (IV), (B) — (II), (C) — (III),(D) - (I)
  • (A) — (II), (B) — (I), (C) — (IV), (D) — (III)
What is the spacing (row to row & plant to plant) of extra early varieties of cauliflower?
  • 45 cm x 30 cm
  • 60 cm x 45 cm
  • 60 cm x 30 cm
  • 75 cm x 60 cm
What is the causal organism of early blight of potato?
  • Alternaria solani
  • Phytophthora infestans
  • Rhizoctonia solani
  • Synchatrium endobioticum
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Ditch system of planting is common planting system in Diara land cultivation of cucurbitaceous crops.Reason (R): To manage the availability of moisture and higher temperature, the trenches are dug in North-West directionIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct.
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct.
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): In India ratoon crop of sugarcane occupies about 50-559a of total cane area but contributes to only 30-35% of the total cane productionStatement (II): The varieties possessing high regeneration capacity are required for ratooning and optimum temperature for quick sprouting of stubbles is around 27"CIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true, but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
Dwarf palms are(A) Referred as var. nana(B) Short stature, 8- 10 M at 20 years of age(C) Start bearing at the age of 3-4 years(D) Have long productive life of more than 100 years(E) Chowghat Green Dwarf and Chowghat orange are popular cultivars in IndiaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (B) and (D) only.
  • (A), (B), (C) and (E) only.
  • (A), (B), (C) and (D). only
  • (B), (C), (D) and (E) only.
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Arka Mridula is a white pulp guava varietyStatement (II): It is seedling selection from Allahabad SafedaIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true, but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other is labelled as Reason (R)Assertion (A): Clonal selection followed by vegetative propagation is a major strategy fur improvement of perennial crops.Reason (R): A large genetic advance can be made in a single step without the multiple generation of seed propagation required of seed propagated cultivars.In light of above statements, choose the most appropriate answers from the options given below.
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
Asepsis is
  • Completely destroying the microorganism by high temperature
  • Keeping microorganism out from entering into food
  • Removal of microorganisms from food by filtering
  • It is a type of freezing
Carbohydrates are(A) Molecules that contain carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms in specific ratios.(B) Sparing protein(C) Produce energy(D) Prevent lipid metabolismChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (B) and (D) only.
  • (A), (B) and (C) only.
  • (A), (B), (C) and (D).
  • (B), (C) and (D) only.
Micronutrient that detoxifies super oxide free radicals, proteins and lipids against oxidation is?
  • Zinc
  • Boron
  • Molybdenum
  • Chlorine
Which of the following annuals are directly sown in the beds?(A) Pansy(B) Nasturtium(C) Stock(D) HollyhockChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (B) only.
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
  • (B) and (D) only.
Which of the following biocontrol agent is recommended to control diamond back moth (DBM), serious pests of cruciferous crops particularly cabbage and cauliflower?
  • Brachymeria lasus
  • Cotesia plutellae
  • Trichogramma pretiosum
  • Chrysoperla Zastrowiillemi
Respiration(A) Occurs only in cells with chloroplasts(B) Oxygen is used, and water is produced(C) Occurs in dark and light(D) Occurs in light onlyChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A). (B) and (D) only.
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (A). (B), (C) and (D).
  • (B), (C) and (D) only.
The world's first cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS) based pigeon pea hybrid is
  • ICPH267I/Pushkal
  • Parpati
  • ICPLS5063/Laxmi
  • Durpa/ICPL84031
Which Mallus species is known as Siberian crab?
  • M. baccata
  • M. coronaria
  • M. floribunda
  • M. Angusitifolia
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Self-pollination leads to a very rapid increase in homozygosity and self-pollinated crops do not show inbreeding depression.Statement (II): Cross pollination preserves and promotes heterozygosity in a population and shows mild to severe inbreeding depression.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
  • Statement (I) is correct, but Statement (II) is incorrect.
  • Statement (I) is incorrect, but Statement (II) is correct.
What is the family of Celery?
  • Apiaceae
  • Asteraceae
  • Poaceae
  • Amaryllidaceae
Which country proposed UN for declaring the year 2023 as International year of millets?
  • Ethiopia
  • China
  • India
  • Nigeria
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Most vegetables except onion and garlic are blanched before dryingReason (R): Blanching stops the action of enzymes, which are not killed by sun dryingIn light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.
  • Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is true but (R) is false.
  • (A) is false but (R) is true.
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other is labelled as Reason (R)Assertion (A): 2, 3,5 triphenyl tetrazolium chloride (TTC) is used for determining the seed viabilityReason(R): Living tissue changes the TTC to an insoluble red compound formazan
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct
Calculate the number of plants in quincunx system of planting in one hectare area when row to row and plant to plant distance is 10 m
  • 90
  • 150
  • 151
  • 200
Self-unfruitful cultivar of peach
  • J.H. Hale
  • Maygold
  • Sharbati
  • Candor
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Self-incompatibility was first reported by Koel Reuter and in case of self- incompatibility, pollen grains fail to germinate on the stigma of flower that produced them.Statement (II): In heteromorphic system of self-incompatibility, flowers of different incompatibility groups are different in morphology.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the optionsgiven below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
  • Statement (I) is correct, but Statement (II) is incorrect.
  • Statement (I) is incorrect, but Statement (II) is correct.
Which of the following are the elements of garden and landscape designs?(A) Line(B) Balance(C) Rhythm(D) StyleChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (B) only.
  • (B) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Potassium accelerates the translocation of photosynthates from leave to tubers, increase higher root yield in sweet potato.Reason (R): The quality characters like starch and protein contents decreases with increase in potassium in sweet potato.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the optionsgiven below:
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct.
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct.
Which pineapple cultivar has spineless leaves and is resistant to gummosis?
  • Smooth Cayenne
  • Queen
  • Spanish
  • Abacaxi
Which of the following chrysanthemum cultivars were developed through induced mutation?(A) Birbal Sahni(B) Pusa Centenary(C) Pusa Kesari(D) KundanChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (B) only.
  • (B) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIBotanical NameVegetable Crop(A) Benincasa hispida(I) Lotus(B) Trapa natans(II) Winded bean(C) Nelumbo nucifera(III) Ash gourd(D) Psophocarpus tetragonolobus(IV) Water chestnutChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (II). (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IISite of SynthesisPhytohormone(A) Young leaves and buds(I) Ethylene(B) Roots(II) Cytokinin(C) Young fruits(III) GA(D) Old leaves(IV) lAAChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (IV). (B) - (III). (C) - (II). (D) - (I)
  • (A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV). (D) - (I)
  • (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)
Make the correct sequence of steps involved in hybridization of flower crops?(A) Pollination(B) Emasculation of parents.(C) Choice and evaluation of parents.(D) Harvesting and storing of F1 seeds(E) Bagging and taggingChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (C), (D), (E), (B), (A).
  • (A), (D), (C), (B), (E).
  • (A), (D), (E), (C), (B).
  • (C), (B), (E), (A), (D).
Given below are the two statements:Statement (I) Ambred is cross between Red Delicious X AmberiStatement (II) The Ambred tree is very dwarfBased on these statement choose the correct option:
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true, but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
Exposing seed to beneficial microorganisms is called as
  • Matrix priming
  • Hydropriming
  • Halopriming
  • Bio priming
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Gigas and genome buffering effect exhibited by haploid plantsStatement (II): In watermelon, there is no existence of parthenocarpy under natural conditions.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
  • Statement (I) is correct, but Statement (II) is incorrect.
  • Statement (I) is incorrect, but Statement (II) is correct.
(A) Kalpa Sankara is coconut hybrid with cross between CGD and WCT(B) Kalpa Sankara is coconut hybrid with cross between MYD and WCT(C) High yielding(D) Tolerant to root (wilt) diseaseChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (C) and (D) only.
  • (A), (B) and (D) only.
  • (A), (B), (C) and (D).
  • (B), (C) and (D) only.
Famous blue coloured variety Moondust’ belongs to which of the following flower crop?
  • Lilium longiflorum
  • Rosa hybrida
  • Dianthus caryophyllus
  • Tagetes erecta
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Worldwide tomato is mainly consumed as fresh vegetable (89%) and only - 11% is processed.Statement (II): Tomato genotypes suitable for processing require key parameters such as low TSS (<5 °Brix) and minimum acid: sugar ratio (15:1)In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true, but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IITypes of hydroponicsFunctional Mechanism(A) Wick system(I) Plants stand in a shallow stream of water containing desirable nutrients.(B) Ebb and Flow(II) Net pot filled in a small quantity of clay pebbles(C) NFT system(III) Passive form of hydroponics(D) Water culture(IV) Periodic flooding and draining of the nutrient solutionsChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)
  • (A) - (III). (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)
  • (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) – (II)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) – (II)
Which of the following onion variety is recommended for Kharif season?
  • Bhima Light Red
  • Bhima Kiran
  • Bhima Dark Red
  • Pusa Madhavi
Papaya hybrid free from typical papaya odour(A) Arka Prabhath(B) Arka Surya(C) CO 5(D) Solo
  • (A), (B) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (B) only.
  • (A), (B) and (D).
  • (B), (C) and (D) only.
Make the correct sequence of steps involved in the T- budding method of rose flower crop?(A) Incision of T shaped cut on the rootstock stem.(B) Selection and planting of rootstocks.(C) Insertion of scion wood in the T- cut on rootstock stem.(D) Selection and preparation of scion wood.(E) Wrapping of scion budded on rootstock stem with polythene.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (B), (D), (E), (C).
  • (A), (C), (B), (E), (D).
  • (B), (D), (A), (C), (E).
  • (D), (E), (C), (B), (A).
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-II(Garden Name)(Location/state)(A) Lalbagh garden(I) Delhi(B) Amrit Udyan(II) Tamil Nadu(C) Sim’s Park(III) West Bengal(D) Llyod Botanical Garden(IV) KarnatakaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) — (III), (B) — (IV), (C) — (II), (D) — (I)
  • (A) — (I). (B) — (II). (C) — (IV). (D) — (III)
  • (A) — (II), (B) — (III), (C) — (IV), (D) — (I)
  • (A) — (IV), (B) —(I), (C) — (II), (D) — (III)
Sequence the Cross combinations of the apple rootstock(A) Malling 2 x Northern Spy(B) Malling 1 x Northern Spy(C) Northern Spy x Merton 793(D) Northern Spy x Mulling2Choose the correct answer front the options given below:
  • M.25 - M.111 - M.104 - M.106
  • M.111 — M. 25 — M.I0G — M.104
  • M.104 —M. 106— M.111 — M.25
  • M.104 — M. 111 - M.106 - M.25
Which of the following prostrate or trailing shrubs are suitable for planting in rock gardens?(A) Lantana sellowiana(B) Ixora armeniaca(C) Juniperus horizontalis(D) Duranta plumeriChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (B) only.
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (B) and (D) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
Which of the following colours belong to soft cool colour's in “Colour scheme”?
  • Red, orange and yellow
  • White, black and grey
  • Blue, violet and green
  • Red, white and green
Which of the following is not a suitable breeding objective in cowpea?
  • Determinate plant type
  • Early pod maturity
  • Photosensitivity
  • Wider adaptability
First hybridization work in citrus was carried out at
  • Kodur
  • Meghalaya
  • Nagpur
  • Chethali
Which of the following physiological disorder exhibit premature initiation of floral buds and elongation of peduncle in cauliflower?
  • Ricyness
  • Fuzziness
  • Leafiness
  • Whiptail
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIPropagation MethodOther name(A) Marcottage(I) Air Layering(B) Steeling(II) Mound layering(C) Serpentine(III) Compound layering(D) Inarching(IV) Attached graftingChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Match List-I with List-II List-IList-IICharacteristicFruit(A) Fleshy peduncle(I) Cashew(B) Non climacteric(II) Pomegranate(C) Drupe(III) Mango(D) Syconium(IV) Fig Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) — (II), (B) — (I). (C) — (III). (D) — (IV)
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)
  • (A) — (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) — (II)
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Each Parasitoids requires only one host, which it kills for its development into a free-living adult and are of same size as the hostStatement (II): Whereas predators are free living and often later in size than their pray requiring several prays to complete their life cycle.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the optionsgiven below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true, but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
What is the new name of ‘Mughal Garden’ of Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, India?
  • Amrit Vatika
  • Parmo Udyan
  • Amrit Udyan
  • Nandan Van
Which of the following grafting can be used in tomato if scion and rootstocks are of different thickness?
  • Cleft grafting
  • Splice grafting
  • Tube grafting
  • Tongue Approach grafting
Which Coimbatore series of Papaya is a selection from Washington?
  • Co-1
  • Co-3
  • Co-5
  • Co-7
Yearly sequence and spatial arrangement of crops and fallow on a given area is
  • Crop rotation
  • Cropping patterns
  • Cropping system
  • Double cropping
Sequence the fruit crop according to the place of their origin(A) Indo Burma region(B) Southeast Asia(C) Black Sea — Caspian Sea(D) MesoamericaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • Grape — Mango — Papaya — Banana
  • Banana — Mango — Papaya — Grape
  • Mango — Banana — Grape — Papaya
  • Papaya — Grape — Mango — Banana
When the soil cover of the crop is about 70-80%, the crop coefficient is referred to as
  • Initial stage
  • Mid-season stage
  • Crop development stage
  • Late season stage
Which of the following variety is suitable for early sowing in garden pea?
  • Pusa Shree
  • Pusa Prabal
  • Palam Priya
  • Arka Ajit
In tomato cultivation, which of the following is used for fruit set under adverse condition?
  • GA3
  • PCPA
  • Kinetin
  • IBA
Citrus rootstock incompatible with lime and lemon
  • Citrus unshiu
  • Rangpur lime
  • Karna Khatta
  • Trifoliate orange
What is the chromosome number of Radish?
  • 2n = 16
  • 2n =18
  • 2n =20
  • 2n = 22
Match List I with List II according to the synonym used further speciesList IList II(A) Vitis vinifera(I) Cat grape(B) Vitis labrusca(II) Sand grape(C) Vitis rupestris(III) Fox grape(D) Vitis palmata(IV) Wine grapeChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) — (I), (B) — (III), (C) — (IV), (D) — (II)
  • (A) — (III), (B) — (IV), (C) — (I), (D) — (II)
  • (A) — (IV), (B) — (III), (C) — (II),(D) — (I)
  • (A) — (II). (B) — (I). (C) — (III), (D) — (IV)
Dicladispa armigera is a major pest of?
  • Rice
  • Wheat
  • Sugarcane
  • Gram
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion: Shrubs or trees planted at an irregular interval to form a discontinuous screen is known as hedge.Reason: An ideal hedge is having uniform dense growth from base to top and it can be achieved by getting more or less uniform supply of water, essential elements and proper sunshine.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
  • (A) is correct but (R) is not correct.
  • (A) is not correct but (R) is correct.
Which of the following have most desirable traits for edible pod?
  • Parchment free, thin-walled pods
  • Semi-parchment, thick walled pods
  • Parchment free, thick walled pods
  • Thin walled pods with parchment layer