Horticulture-2023 (Shift-2) | Agri Master Mind

Which of the following was declared as international pulse year?

2010
2012
2016
2019

Which of the following compound causes aroma in rice?

Monosilicic acid
Monoacetyl -1- pyrroline
2 acetyl-1-pyrroline
Disillic acid

Viruses which kill bacteria are known as

Virion
Viriod
Bacteriophages
Antibodies

RDA stands for

Recommended Dietary Allowances
Recommended Daily Allowances
Required Dietary Allowances
Required Daily Allowance

Pusa Basmati 1718 is a new version of

Pusa Basmati 1
Pusa Basmati 1121
Pusa Basmati 1509
Pusa Basmati 1637

Given below are two statements:Statement (I): In sugarcane skip furrow irrigation is preferredStatement (II): Because it saves water upto 36 % and increase water use efficiency by 64%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 (1) and Statement (II) are false.
Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
Statement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true.

Photosynthesis(A). Produces sugars from energy(B). Occurs in most cells(C). Occurs only in cells with chloroplasts(D). Energy is releasedChoose 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.

Energy production, energy storage, building macromolecules and assisting in lipid metabolism are the functions of

Proteins
Carbohydrates
Enzymes
Amino acids

Soil Health Card Scheme was launched by the GOI during the year?

2000
2005
2010
2015

Pusa RH 10 is a hybrid variety of .....

Rice
Wheat
Chick pea
Maize

Which millet is known as King of Millets ?

Finger millet
Fox tail millet
Pearl millet
Sorghum

In which light rate of photosynthesis is maximum ?

Blue
Green
Red
Indigo

The recommended moisture level for storage of wheat is

<10%
> 10%
<20%
>25%

Number of crops grown per year on a given area of land x 100 is known as

Cropping effect
Cropping index
Cropping intensity
Cropping pattern

Growing crops together of different height at the same time is known as

Parallel cropping
Quadruple cropping
Sequential cropping
Multi storeyed cropping

Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Guava variety Sweta is selection from half sibs population of Apple ColourStatement (II): This is prolific bearer and pink pulp varietyIn 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 one of the following is not true about Punjab Sweet?

A variety of papaya
Developed from sibmating the lines from Kenya
It is dioecious
The fruit weight is around 400 gram

Which one of the following is not true for Tamar?

A low chilling apple cultivar
Originated from South Africa
Good Flavoured
Ripens in July

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-IIRoot stockCharacteristics(A). Quince A(I). Vigorous(B). Quince B(II). Semi vigorous(C). Quince C(III). Dwarfing(D). Pyrus pashia(IV). Suitable for hilly regionsChoose 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) – (1), (B) – (II), (C) (IV), (D) – (III)
(A) (III), (B) (IV), (C) (I), (D) – (II)

Given below are two statements:Statement (I): The head system of training in case of grapes is suitable for less vigorous cultivarsStatement (II): The telephone system of training in case of grapes is suitable for moderately vigorous cultivars having more apical dominanceIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

Both Statement (1) and Statement (II) are true.
Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
Statement (1) 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): ABA level is more when plant is under water stressReason (R): This is because when the plant is water stressed, the permeability of the chloroplast membranes to ABA increases and allows movement of the hormones to the epidermal cells including the guard cellIn 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.

According to the classification of irrigation water based on EC, the quality of irrigation having EC between 5-10ds/m is

Normal water
Low salinity water
Saline water
High salinity water

(A). Yield of cashew apple is 8-10 times of raw cashew nut(B). Cashew apple is very rich in ascorbic acid (240mg/100 of edible portion)(C). Fenny is the only commercial product from it(D). The whole crop of cashew apple from a tree should be harvested in a single day for processingChoose 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.

Kalpa Samrudhi is(A). A dual purpose hybrid of coconut(B). Drought tolerant(C). Having high nutrient use efficiency(D). A cross between CGD and WCTChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B) and (D) only.
(A), (B) and (C) only.
(A), (C) and (D) only.
(B), (C) and (D) only.

Membrane filtration refers to(A). Separation of soils from liquids(B). A separator is used which could be porous medium or membrane(C). Helps in clarification of juices and separation of microbes(D). Not commonly used in fruit juices, wine and beerChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B) and (C) only.
(A), (B) and (D) only.
(A), (B), (C) and (D).
(B), (C) and (D) only.

Bio preservation is

Preservation by fermentation
Preservation by freezing
Preservation by chemicals
Preservation by heat

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Apple requires minimum 33% plants of pollinizers variety(ies)Reason (R): To acheive optimum fruit set in fruit crops there is an absolute need to have suitable pollinizers in 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.

Facts about banana(A). India is largest producer and consumer of banana(B). It is cultivated in more than 120 country across the world(C). Over 50 cultivars are grown in India(D). Tamil Nadu is the largest producer of tissue cultured plants of bananaChoose 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.

Fruit and crown fascination is associated with

Pine apple with high vigour of plants and it increase with ratoons
Pine apple with weak plants and decreases with ratoon
Banana and increases with ratoon
Pear and high soil fertility

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-IIPhysiological disorderControl measures(A). Fruit clustering(I). Keeping of bee hives in orchard(B). Softening of tissue(II). Bagging of fruits one month prior to harvest(C). Internal necrosis(III). Foliar spray of borax(1%)(D). Black tip(IV). Planting of mango orchard 3 km away from the brick kilnsChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) – (II), (B) (I), (C) (III), (D) – (IV)
(A) – (I), (B) – (II), (C) – (III), (D) – (IV)
(A) – (III), (B) – (II), (C) (I), (D) – (IV)
(A) – (II), (B) – (III), (C) – (I), (D) – (IV)

Guava hybrid Hisar Safeda is cross between

Seedless X Allahaba Safeda
Apple colour X Allahabad Safeda
Allahabad Safeda X Seedless
Allahabad Safeda X Banarsi Surkha

Which of the following is true about pruning of Anabe -e- Shahi grape?

Summer pruning during April with 1-2 bud/ cane, where as winter pruning during October with 6-7 buds/ cane
Summer pruning during June July with 1-2 bud/ cane, where as winter pruning during Dec.- Jan. with 6-7 buds/ cane
Summer pruning during April with 3-4 bud/ cane, where as winter pruning during October with 8-10 buds/ cane
Summer pruning is not applicable, where as winter pruning during October with 6-7 buds/ cane

Number of banana per hectare when planted as 3 suckers/hill at a spacing of 1.8 X 3.6 m

2260
3080
4500
5200

The pear fruit for fresh consumption/market can be stored at In be stored at

0.50°C to 1.1°C at 90-95% RH for 6 months
4-5° C at 75% RH for 6 months
4°C and 90-95% RH for 6 months
8-10° C and 65% RH for 6 months

Match List-I with List-IIList - 1List - IIDeficiency symptomsNutrient(A). Completely yellowish- green leaves with yellow veins(I). Ca(B). Yellow or pale yellow to white leaves with green veins(II). With(C). Youngest leaf with white, withered and twisted tip, die back (III). Fe(D). Yellowish leaves with brownish spot(IV). SChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) – (I), (B) – (II), (C) – (III), (D) – (IV)
(A) – (IV), (B) – (III), (C) – (II), (D) – (1)
(A) – (1), (B) – (II), (C) – (IV), (D) – (III)
(A) (III), (B) (IV), (C) (I), (D) – (II)

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-IISpecial characterCultivar(A). High juice content with low acidity(I). Rasraj(B).Cluster bearing(II). Sahrabati(C). Canker resistant(III). Vikram(D). Suitable for high density plantation(IV). Elaich Nimboo Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) (I), (B) – (II), (C) – (III), (D) – (IV)
(A) – (IV), (B) (II), (C) (III), (D) – (1)
(A) (A) – (II), (B) – (III), (C) (I), (D) – (IV)
(A) (III), (B) (IV), (C) (I), (D) – (II)

Rejuvenation deals with(A). Restoration of vigour(B). Enhancement in yield and quality(C). Sustainability and economic feasibility(D). Old unproductive and senile treesChoose 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.

Red colour in apple arise from product known as

Chromogen
Florigen
Carotenoids
Flavonoids

Which Pear cultivar is resistant to fire blight?

Honey sweet
Bartlet
Flemish Beauty
Le-Conte

First gynodioecios variety of papaya Coorg Honeydew was selected from ?

Honey Dew
Sunrise solo
Coimbatore 3
Pink flesh sweet

Which hormone can be used for inducing early flowering in mango?

Ethephon
Gibberellic acid
IAA
IBA

Mutation which occurs in one layer and along the side of the apex is known as

Mericlinal Chimera
Sectorial chimera
Periclinal chimera
Segmented chimera

Statistical technique for selecting elite inbred lines from mixed population is

Path and discriminant analysis
Diallel analysis
Adaptability analysis
Stability analysis

Cultivar "Udhayam" in banana is a clonal selection of ?

Bombay green
Pidi Monthan
Karpuravalli
High Gate

In grape, the nodes just above the inflorescence usually develop

Calyptra
Forks
Reflexed stamens
Tendrils

Which pineapple cultivar is used for silky "pina"

Queen
Cayenne
Mauritius
Red Spanish

The cashew plant is

Monoecious
Dioecious
Andromonoecious
Gynodioecious

Establishment of "seed garden" to produce superior hybrids and cultivars is done in

Pineapple
Cashewnut
Coconut
Plantain

Amino acid tryptophan is used as a precursor for the synthesis of

GA
IAA
Ethylene
Cytokinin

Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Zn deficiency of apple is commonly called "Rosette"Statement (II): Rosette usually first appears on the summer growth on the summer growth, 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-II cultivar of fruit cops and the country from where they have been introducedList-1List-II(A). Banana-Grand Woman(1). Australia(B). Citrus-Kinnow(II). France(C). Guava-Beaumount G-35(III). USA(D). Mango-Carabao(IV). PhilippinesList-1List-IIChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

A (I), B (IV), C (III), D- (II)
A (III), B (II), C (IV), D- (1)
A (IV), B (III), C (II), D(1)
A (II), B (III), C B-(I), D(IV)

Match List-I with List-II with suitable polliniser for apple varietiesList-1List-II(A). Gala(I). Stark Summer(B). Greensleeves(II). Kent(C). McIntosh(III). Red Delicious(D). Spartan(IV). Cox's Orange pippinChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) – (I), (B) – (II), (C) – (III), (D) – (IV)
A (III), B (IV), C (I), D (II).
(A) (1), (B) (II), (C) (IV), (D) – (III)
A – (II), B (III), C – (IV), D – (I)

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Pear cultivars when grafted on Pyrus serotina or P. ussuriensis shows quick declineReason (R): Mycoplasma damages the xylem tissue at graft union depriving the roots of food materialIn 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, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Scarification is the process of altering seed covering either physically or chemicallyReason (R): The main aim is to delay germination in non dormant seedsIn 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, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Grafting is the union of a root system with a shoot systemReason (R): It combines different cultivars into a composite plant having special characteristic.In 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 one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Brown core of apple develops in the fruit at the time of fruit setReason (R): Brown core is a low storage problem developing in fruits at -1°c to 2°CIn 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.

Sequence the mango species suited for improvement traits(A). Rootstock for water logged condition(B). Fruits twice a year(C). Good parent for breeding free stone mangoes(D). Fruits can be peeled like bananaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

M. pajang - M. similis - M. indica var. Mekongensis - M. decandra
M. similis - M. indica var. Mekongensis - M. decandra - M. pajang
M. indica var. Mekongensis - M. decandra - M. pajang - M. similis
M. decandra - M. indica var. Mekongensis - M. similis - M. pajang

Sequence the ploidy number according to the fruit crops(A). 2n=22(B) 2n = 18(C) 2n = 38(D) 2n = 50Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Citrus - Guava - Pineapple - Grape
Grape - Guava - Citrus Pineapple
Pineapple - Citrus - Guava - Grape
Guava - Citrus - Grape - Pineapple

Sequence the Common name of the apple according to their species(A). Siberian Crab(B). Wild Crab(C). American Crab(D). Flowering CrabChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

M. sylvestris - M.bacata - M. floribunda - M.coronaria
M.baccata - M. sylvestris - M.coronaria - M. floribunda
M. coronaria - M. floribunda - M. bacata - M. sylvestris
M. bacata - M. coronaria - M. sylvestris - M. floribunda

Sequence the cashew varieties according to their parentage(A). Ansur-1 × Vetore 56(B). Midnapore red × Vetore 56(C). Vetore 56 × Ansur 1(D). Vengrula 3 x M 10/4Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Vengrula 6 - Vengrula 7 - Vengrula 4 - Vengrula 3
Vengrula 3 - Vengrula 4 - Vengrula 6 - Vengrula 7
Vengrula 7 - Vengrula 4 - Vengrula 3 - Vengrula 6
Vengrula 4 - Vengrula 3 - Vengrula 6 - Vengrula 7

Which of the following is desirable characteristics for white pepper production?

Low pericarp/seed ratio
High pericarp/seed ratio
Medium pericarp/seed ratio
Very high pericarp/seed ratio

Kashi Sheetal is the variety of

Indian Bean
Watermelon
Cowpea
Cucumber

Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Kashi Saumya is a attractive dark green medium fruits OP variety of Ridge gourd.Statement (II): Kashi Saumya is suitable for river bed cultivation.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.

FIGS stands for

Foreign Identification of Gene Section
Focused Identification of Germplasm Strategy
Flow Identification of Green Sector
Flow cytometeric Identification of Gus Sediments

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-IIName of chilli landraceGeographical indication (GI) tags registered for the state/location(A). Bhiwapur Chilli(I). Sikkim(B).Khola Chilli(II). Karnataka(C). Dalle Khursani(III). Goa(D). Byadagi Chilli(IV). Nagpur, MaharashtraChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) – (IV), (B) – (III), (C) – (I), (D) – (II)
(A) – (II), (B) (IV), (C) (III), (D) – (1)
(A) (II), (B) (IV), (C) (I), (D) – (III)
(A) (III), (B) – (IV), (C) – (I), (D) – (II)

Male sterility of carrot is conditioned by

Two duplicate nuclear genes
Single recessive gene
Single dominant gene
One complementary recessive gene

What is the family of Tapioca ?

Araceae
Amaryllidaceae
Euphorbiaceae
Convolvulaceae

Heterosis can be easily fixable in which of the following?

Cross-pollinated crops
Vegetatively propagated crops
Self-pollinated crops
Often cross-pollinated crops

Which of the following term is used for removal of off-types from a seed production plot?

Thinning
Weeding
Selection
Roguing

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Continuous inbreeding may lead to complete loss of the inbred linesReason (R): It is desirable to propagate the parental inbred lines by tissue culture techniques.In 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.

National Centre for Organic and Natural Farming is situated at

Ghaziabad (U.P)
Pune (Maharashtra)
Tehri Garhwal (Uttarakhand)
Jhabua (M.P.)

Who mentioned about the contagious nature of plant diseases on vegetable crops ?

Vishvavallabh by Shri Chakrapani Mishra (C. 1577 AD)
Nusrat Dar Fanni-Falhat (the art of agriculture) the text by Mughal prince Dara Shikoh (1650 AD)
Amarakosa (c. 300-500 AD) Sanskrit text by Amarsinha
Krishi Parashar by Parashar (c. 400 BC)

Palam Priya is a powdery mildew resistant variety of

Okra
Garden Pea
Cucumber
Bitter gourd

What is the recommended seed rate for kasuri type fenugreek?

10-12 kg/ha
20-25 kg/ha
18-20 kg/ha
6-8 kg/ha

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-IIBookAuthor(A). Plant Breeding: Principles and methods, Kalyani Publishers(I). Singh, Ram J. 2007.(B). Genetic Resources, Chromosome Engineering, and Crop Improvement-Vegetable crops (Vol. 3), CRC Press, FI, USA.(II). Peter, K. V. and Pradeep Kumar, T. 1998.(C). Handbook of Plant Breeding- Vegetables (Vol I & II), Springer, USA.(III). B.D. Singh(D). Genetics and Breeding of Vegetables, ICAR, New Delhi.(IV). Prohens J. and Nuez F. 2007. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) (III), (B) – (I), (C) – (II), (D) – (IV) –
(A) – (IV), (B) (II), (C) (III), (D) – (1)
(A) – (1), (B) – (II), (C) – (IV), (D) – (III)
(A) – (III), (B) (I), (C) (IV), (D) – (II)

C:N ratio concept for flower bud initiation was suggested by Kraus and Kraybill (1918) in which of the following crop?

Potato
Tobacco
Onion
Tomato

Which of the following species was used for CMS transfer into cauliflower by backcross breeding?

Brassica hirta
Brassica cretica
Brassica carinata
Brassica tournefortii

Given below are two statements:Statement (I): In spinach, crisp, succulent and savoy leaves are preferred for fresh market.Statement (II): In spinach, flat and smooth leaves are preferred for processing market.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 (1) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
Statement (1) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect.
Statement (1) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct.

Which of the following is NOT correct about sporophytic system of self- incompatibility of cabbage?

Homozygotes for S allele are a normal part of the system
There are frequent reciprocal differences
Stigma surface is plumose
An incompatibility groups may contain two genotypes

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Sweet potato plants will not flower when the light period exceeds the critical photoperiod.Reason (R): Sweet potato is propagated using vine cuttings.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.

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-II(Type of priming)(Methodology/Application)(A). Hydropriming(I). It can be used against salinity stress(B). Halopriming(II). Mixing seeds with organic or inorganic carrier and water(C). Matrix priming(III). Exposing seed to beneficial microorganisms(D). Bio priming (IV). Often used in arid regions to improve seed performance in dry soils Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) – (IV), (B) – (I), (C) – (III), (D) – (II)
(A) – (IV), (B) (I), (C) (II), (D) – (III)
(A) (II), (B) – (III), (C) – (I), (D) – (IV)
(A) (III), (B) – (IV), (C) (I), (D) – (II)

What is approximate percent area under riverbed cultivation out of total area under cucurbits cultivation?

85
48
68
25

In case of onions, which of the followings are desirable features?(A). Dormancy(B). Low total soluble solids(C). High ratio of reducing to non reducing sugars(D). Late boltingChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B) and (D) only.
(A) and (D) only.
(A), (C) and (D) only
(A), (B), (C) and (D)

Which of the following is the major dry chilli cultivating state in India?

Karnataka
Madhya Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh
Telangana

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-IIVegetable CropChromosomes number(A). Carrot(1) 2n = 24(B). French bean(II) 2n = 26(C). Chilli(III). 2n = 18(D). Sponge gourd(IV) 2n = 22Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) – (III), (B) – (IV), (C) – (I), (D) – (II)
(A) – (III), (B) – (I), (C) – (II), (D) – (IV)
(A) (II), (B) (III), (C) (I), (D) – (IV)
(A) (II), (B) (IV), (C) (I), (D) – (III)

Which of the following is a common method of propagation in turmeric ?

Seed
Stem cuttings
Leaf cuttings
Rhizome bits

In 1942, Owen and Jones proposed a system of hybrid seed production in sugarbeet by using which of the following?

Male sterility
Self-incompatibility
Apomixis
Chemical hybridizing agents

According to FAO (2021), India is the largest producer of ?

Potato and onion
Cauliflower and cabbage
Ginger and okra
Brinjal and tomato

The Indian Society of Vegetable Science (ISVS) was founded on

7th April 1963
7th April 1993
7th April 1973
7th April 1983

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Self pollination by natural means is frequent in VanillaReason (R): Hand pollination is an important part of vanilla cultivationIn 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): Pusa Bhindi-5 is the YVMV tolerant variety of okraStatement (II): It is a purple color okra variety which is carrying higher amount of anthocyaninIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

Both Statement (1) 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.

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IIVR

Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Arka Apeksha is new chilli hybrid developed for dual purpose in India.Statement (II): Arka Apeksha is suitable for capsanthin extraction.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.

Blanking is a physiological disorder in peas mostly associated with heat or drought stresses and is characterized by

Reduced development of ovules in pods
Absence of ovules in pods
Merger of nearby ovules leading to seed absence
Absence of parchment layers in pods

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-IICommon name of cow pea species/wild speciesCultivar -group(A). Asparagus bean(I). Unguiculata(B). Catjang bean(II). Biflora(C). Wild species(III). Sesquipedalis(D). Cowpea(IV). Dekindtiana Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) (1), (B) – (II), (C) (III), (D) – (IV)
(A) – (III), (B) (II), (C) (IV), (D) – (1)
(A) (I), (B) – (II), (C) – (IV), (D) – (III)
(A) (III), (B) – (IV), (C) (I), (D) – (II)

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-II(Garden Name)(Location/State)(A) Brindavan garden(I). Gujarat(B). Sayaji Park(II). Jammu & Kashmir(C). Nishat Bagh(III). Delhi(D). Buddha Jayanti Park(IV). KarnatakaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) (III), (B) – (IV), (C) – (II), (D) – (1)
(A) (I), (B) – (II), (C) – (IV), (D) – (III)
(A) (IV), (B) (I), (C) – (II), (D) – (III)
(A) (II), (B) – (III), (C) – (IV), (D) – (1)

Which of the following colours are accepted as neutral colours in "Colour scheme"?

Red, orange and yellow
White, black and grey
Blue, violet and green
Red, white and green

Which of the following tree is associated with the birth of Lord 'Buddha'?

Salix babylnica
Anthocephalus cadamba
Saraca indica
Michelia champaca

Famous deep pink coloured variety 'Rose sherbet' belongs to which of the following flower crop?

Gerbera
Carnation
Marigold
Rose

Which of the following shrubs are valued for ornamental bracts?(A). Euphorbia pulcherrima(B). Bougainvillea spectabilis(C). Juniperus horizontalis(D). Mussaenda frondosaChoose the correct answer

(B), (C) and (D) only.
(A), (B) and (D) only.
(A), (B) and (C) only.
(A) and (C) only.

Which of the following are the principles of garden and landscape designs?(A). Accent(B). Balance(C). Habit(D). ProportionChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) and (C) only
(B), (C) and (D) only
(A), (B) and (D) only
(B) and (C) only.

Given below are two statements:Statement (I): In Gametophytic incompatibility system, the incompatibility reaction of pollen is determined by its own genotypes and not by the genotypes of the plant on which it is produced.Statement (II): Gametophytic incompatibility was first reported by Hughes and Babcock in 1950 in Crepis foetida and by Gerstel in Parthenium argentatum.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 (1) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
Statement (I) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect.
Statement (1) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct.

Plants which complete their life cycle under a given site within one season or a year, are called as

Trees
Annuals
Shrubs
Climbers

Which of the following are warm season turf grasses?(A). Cynodon dactylon(B). Lolium perenne(C). Paspalum notatum(D). Agrostis palustrisChoose 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:Statement (I): In dioecy conditions, Staminate and pistillate flowers occur in the same plant, either in the same inflorescence or in separate inflorescence.Statement (II): In monoecy conditions, Staminate and pistillate flowers occur on the separate plants.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.

Which of the following climber is categorized as light climber?

Quisqualis indica
Petrea volubilis
Antigonus leptopus
Wisteria sinensis

Which of the following is a striped variety of spray carnation?

Olympus
Picaro
Super Star
Forever

Which of the following shrubs are grown for their ornamental foliage? nental foliage?(A). Codiaeum variegata(B). Murraya exotica(C). Acalypha hispida(D). Cassia laevigataChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) and (C) only.
(B) and (C) only.
(B) and (D) only.
(C) and (D) only.

Match List-I with List-IIList-1List-II(Flower Crop)(Variety)(A). Rose(I). Sadbhavana(B). Tuberose(II). Pusa Alpana(C). Marigold(III). Arka Nirantara(D). Chrysanthemum(IV). Pusa BaharChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) (I), (B) – (II), (C) – (IV), (D) – (III)
(A) – (III), (B) – (IV), (C) – (II), (D) – (1)
(A) – (IV), (B) – (III), (C) (II), (D) – (1)
(A) (II), (B) – (III), (C) – (IV), (D) – (1)

Which of the following annual flower crop is used for hanging baskets?

Rose
Nasturtium
Antirrhinum
Marigold

Which of the following rose species is cultivated to extract the essential oils in India?

Rosa foetida
Gallic rose
Rosa damascena
Rosa indicata

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Over watering of chrysanthemum plants is very harmful for their proper growth and development.Reason (R): Over watering cause yellowing of leaves and mortality of plants due to rotting of roots.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 tuberose cultivars were developed through induced mutation?(A) Pusa Manmohak(B) Rajat Rekha(C). Pusa Anmol(IS). Swarna RekhaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

A and B only.
B and C only.
A and D only.
B and D only.

Who has developed famous Grand Trunk Road and planted avenue trees on the both sides?

Jehangir
Sher Shah Suri
Akbar
Firoz Tughlaq

Which of the following is a smallest orchid?

Vanda roxburghii
Dendrobium densiflorum
Little Eria
Phaius wallichii

Which of the following are the main features of English gardens?(A). Baradari(B). Lawn(C). Mosque(D). Herbaceous borderChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) and (C) only.
(A) and (D) only.
(B) and (D) only.
(C) and (D) only.

Arrange the following steps of pure line selection method of flower crop improvement in correct sequence?(A). Selection of plants on the basis of their phenotype.(B). Conducting preliminary yield trials and rejecting inferior progenies.(C). Best progeny selection and its seed multiplication.(D). Growing individual plant progenies and rejection of undesirable progenies.(E). Conducting replicated yield trials in several locations and rejecting inferior progenies.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(C), (D), (E), (B), (A).
(A), (D), (C), (B), (Е).
(A), (D), (B), (Е), (C).
(C), (B), (E), (A), (D).

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Lawn is a ground cover of perennial turfgrasses which persists in close mowing and require proper management practices.Reason (R): The ideal location of developing lawn in any garden is north, north-west or north east open and shady place for most of the day with adequate water availability.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below. ACADEMY

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.

Make the correct sequence of steps involved in the in-vitro mass multiplication of rose variety?(A). Preparation and inoculation of axillary bud explants(B). Shoot elongation of plantlets(C). Rhizogenesis of plantlets(D). Shoot proliferation of axillary bud explants(E). Hardening of plantletsChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B), (D), (E), (C)
(A), (D), (B), (C), (E)
(D), (B), (E), (C), (A)
(D), (E), (A), (C), (B)

Which of the following are tender annuals?(A). Oxalis(B). Digitalis(C). Pansy(D). RudbeckiaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) and (B) only.
(A) and (C) only.
(A) and (D) only.
(B) and (D) only.

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