Horticulture-2024 — Agri Master Mind

The following statements are given for Brinjal(A). Pigmented purple coloured brinjal contains more vitamin C than green(B). Copper and polyphenol oxidase activity are highest in purple colour fruits(C). Fe and Catalase are lowest in green Brinjal(D). Bitterness of fruits is due to presence of solasodinChoose the correct answer from the option given below.
  • (A), (8) and (C) only.
  • (A), (B) and (D) only.
  • (A), (B), (C) and (D).
  • (B), (C) and (D) Only.
In case of epicotyl grafting in mango healing union stage extends from
  • 30-60 days
  • 60—120 days
  • 120-180 days
  • 180-200 days
Given below are two statements:Statement (I) The non deep type is the most common primary dormancyStatement (II): In this type of dormancy species require light or darkness to germinate or chilling stratificationIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate from tha 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 (I) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
Carbohydrates that produce two to ten monosaccharides units during the hydrolysis are called
  • Oligosaccharides
  • Aldoses
  • Ketoses
  • Polyhydroxy aldehyde
Deciduous and extremely freeze hardy true citrus species is
  • Ponircus
  • Eremocitrus.
  • Microcitrus
  • Clymenia
The moisture content of dried cashew nut should be around
  • 1%
  • 5%
  • 10%
  • 12%
Which one of the following is not true. for varieties developed through mutation.
  • Mango — Rosica from Peruvian variety Rosadodelca
  • Papaya- Pusa Majesty from local type
  • Grape-Marvel heedless from Delight
  • Banana- High gate from Gros Michel, Matta Poovan from Poovan
Institution Village Linkage Program (IVLP) was launched during
  • 1987
  • 1995
  • 2000
  • 2005
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): The diploid wild species of potato are self-incompatible due to gametophytic self-incompatibility system.Reason (R) A dominant self-incompatibility inhibitor gene (Sli) has been identified in the wild species of Solanum chacoense.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 the other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Combining all desirable character in a single cultivar of mango is difficultReason (R): Mano is ą homogeneous crop of suspected diploid originIn 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 is world first semi dwarf, photoperiod insensitive and high yielding rice variety.
  • Pusa RH-10
  • Pusa Basmati—1637
  • Pusa Basmati-1
  • Pusa Basmati-1121
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IICommon NameScientific name(A). Sword bean(I). Trichosanthes anguina(B). Ivy gourd(II). Vigna unguiculata(C). Cowpea(III). Coccinia indica(D). Snake gourd(IV). Canavalia gladiateChoose 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) — (IV) (B) — (III), (C) — (II), (D) — (I)
  • (A) - (Ill), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
The formula for calculating Gross ratio is?
  • Total expenses/Gross income
  • Fixed expenses/Gross income
  • Operating expenses/Gross Income
  • Gross income/Total asset × 100
Which Mangifera species can be a good parent for breeding freestone mangoes?
  • Mangifera sylvatica
  • Mangifera similis
  • Mangifera nicobarica
  • Mangifera caesia
The pungency onion is due to
  • Allyl propyl disulphide
  • Quercetin
  • Sinigrin
  • Khudioxidase
Sequence the International Banana Breeding institutes according to their place(A) IITA(B) EMBRPA(C) CARBAP(D)TBRI
  • Brazil - Taiwan - Nigeria and Uganda - Cameroon
  • Nigeria and Uganda - Taiwan - Brazil - Cameroon
  • Cameroon - Nigeria and Uganda - Taiwan – Brazil
  • Nigeria and Uganda - Brazil - Cameroon – Taiwan
Which of the following vine cutting method is widely followed in pointed gourd propagation?
  • Lachhi method
  • Moist lump method
  • Ring method
  • Straight vine method
Which of the following factor is NOT favourable for induction of staminate flowers in Watermelon?
  • Excessive nitrogen application
  • High temperature condition
  • Long day length
  • Application of ethreI@150 ppm
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Sucking mango cultivars such as gaurjit and Safeda can be sliced easilyStatement (II): These cultivars are small fruited arid have high fibre contentIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the option 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:Statement (I). The typical vegetable cowpea has higher polysaccharides: monosaccharide ratio.Statement (II): Amino acid profile particularly lycin, leucin and phenylalanine contents are relatively high in cowpea.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 researcher has first described gametophytic system of self-incompatibility?
  • East and Mangelsdorf (1925)
  • Hughes and Babcock (1950)
  • Lewis (1954)
  • Gerstel (1950)
Polyploidy level of cultivated strawberry?
  • Diploid
  • Triploid
  • Octoploid
  • Hexaploid
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): In mango for obtaining good flowering, one must stop irrigation at Ieast2-3 months before the flowering period.Reason (R): Water stress is not a mechanism encouraging the formation of mango flowering, but it does affect vegetative growthIn light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Bath (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • Bath (A) and (R) are correct (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 creeper occupied a prominent place in the play ’Sakuntala’ written by Kalidasa during the rule of Chandragupta II?
  • Hiptage madablota
  • Adenocalymma alliaceum
  • Clerodendrum splendens
  • Quisqualis indica
The peg formation in groundnut are positively.
  • Chemotropic
  • Thigmotropic
  • Geotropic
  • Hydrotropic
The bitterness in Colocasia corms is due to
  • Calcium chloride
  • Calcium oxalate
  • Calcium carbonate
  • Potassium oxalate
Which of the following varieties belong to standard carnation?(A). Lavender Lace(B). Cherry Bag(C). White plant(D). Pink BeamChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (B) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (B) and (D) only.
  • (A) and (D) Only
Given below are two statements: -Statement (I): The growth of guava fruits follows a single sigmoid curve.Statement (II): The fruits undergo extensive cell division during the first few week immediately following fertilizationIn 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 (lI) are false.
  • Statement (I) is true, but Statement (II) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
Which of the following vegetable crop has brown anther type and petaloid type male sterility?
  • Onion
  • Cabbage
  • Carrot
  • Radish
Which of the following is NOT a true indicator of fruit ripening stage of watermelon?
  • Withering of the tendril near the place of fruit attachment
  • Change of ground spot colour of the fruit
  • Dull-thud sound on thumping the fruit
  • Changing in fruit shape
Which one of the following is not a Spanish bunch variety of ground nut?
  • GJG 9
  • TG 37A
  • Girnar3
  • Girnar2
The following statements about onion are given below(A) Temperature is comparatively more important for bulb formation(B). Photoperiod is more important for flowering(C). Long day onion varieties do not bulb under short day conditions(D). Genetic constitution of the male sterility maintainer is Nmsms.Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (B) and (D) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
  • (A), (B), (C) and (D)
  • (C) and (D) only.
Which salt absorbs ethylene effectively during storage of apple?
  • KMnO4
  • K2SO4
  • KCl
  • KNO3
Which of the following genera belong to warm orchids?(A). Cymbidium(B). Phalaenopsis(C). Miltonia(D). DendrobiumChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (B) only.
  • (A) (C) and (D) only.
  • (B) and (C) only.
  • (B) and (D) only.
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIFlower cropBasis chromosome No.(A) Camation(I) X= 9(B). Chrysanthemum(II) X= 15(C). Tuberose(III) X= 19(D). Dendrobium(IV) X=30Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A)— (I , B) —(III), (C}— (II), (D)— (I)
  • (A)- (II), (B)- (I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
  • (A)— (I), (B)— (II), (C)—(IV), (D)— (III)
  • (A)- (III), (B) -(I), (C)- (IV), (D)-(II)
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Over watering is very harmful to chrysanthemum plants, hence proper drainage in the field and pots should be maintained for commercial cultivation.Reason (R) Over watering uses yellowing of leaves and mortality of chrysanthemum plants due to insufficient supply of oxygen for root respiration resulting in rotting of rootsIn 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 is a cool season lawn/turfgrass?
  • Lolium perene
  • Zoysia japonica
  • Paspalum vaginatum
  • Buchloe dactyloides
Red colour of beet root is due to
  • Carotene
  • Xanthophyll
  • Anthocyanin
  • Chlorophyll-b
In vegetatively propagated material somatic mutations of spontaneous origin are commonly referred to as
  • Cultivar
  • Variety
  • Bud sports
  • Chimera
Given below are two statements:Statement {I): Rootstock 110R + restricted uptake of Sodium and chloride.Statement (II): While Dog ridge and Salt creek were known to restrict the uptake of chloride only.In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (lI) are true.
  • Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false
  • Statement (I) is true, but Statement (Il) is false.
  • Statement (I) is false, but Statement (II) is true.
What is the family of Rhubarb?
  • Apiaceae
  • Euphorbiaceae
  • Convolvulaceae
  • Polygonaceae
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIVegetablesDisorder(A) Bean(I) Tip burn(B) Cabbage(II) Hypocotyl necrosis(C) Celery(III) Internal tip burn(D) Lettuce(IV) Black heartChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) — (II), (B) (III),.(C) — (IV), (D) — (I)
  • (A) - (I), (B) -(II), (C) - (II I), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) — (II), (B) - (III), (C)- (I), (D)-(IV)
  • (A)-(III),(B)—(IV),(C)-(I), (D)-(II)
Which of the following is a C4 plant?
  • Rice
  • Wheat
  • Cotton
  • Sugarcane
What is the somatic chromosome number of Elephant foot yam?
  • 2n= 2x= 26
  • 2n= 2x= 36
  • 2n= 4x= 26
  • 2n= 4x=36
Flame peeling is generally used for
  • Onion and garlic
  • Pea and grains
  • Carrot
  • Pineapple
Given below are two statements:Statement (1): Bringing together two or more genes governing a single trait, especially resistance to disease is known as gene pyramidingStatement II: The use of molecular markers greatly facilitates gene pyramiding as it minimises the need for disease tests and progeny testIn 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 is NOT a round fruited variety of Brinjal?
  • Arka Shirish
  • Pusa Bhairav
  • Punjab Sadabahar
  • Pant Rituraj
Given below are two statements:Statement (I): Papaya is a polygamous plant with various sex forms (pistilate, hermaphrodite and staminate)Statement (If): Pistilate form is stable and sex reversal is not affected by environmental factorsIn 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.
Geographical indication tag (GI tag) in India was enacted during the year?
  • 1990
  • 1993
  • 1996
  • 1999
Which of the following architect has given the concept of bio-aesthetic planning?
  • Le Corbusier
  • Pierre Jeanneret
  • Prof. Lancelot Hogben
  • Dr. G S Randhawa
Which of the following annuals require the isolation distance of 50-100 meters for seed production?(A). Antirrhinum(B). Marigold(C). Larkspur(D). NasturtiumChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (B) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (B ), (C) and (D) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
Front line demonstration is an example of which extension teaching method?
  • Individual contact
  • Mass contact
  • Group contact
  • Visual contact
Mango malformation was reported for the first time in the year.
  • 1891
  • 1910
  • 1935
  • 1948
Which of the following genera belong to marginal plants and suitable for planting in water gardens?(A) Azolla caroliniana(B) Acorus calamus(C) Cyperus alternifolius(D) Elodea canadensisChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
  • (B) and (C) only.
  • (C) and (D) only.
Which of the following variety of chilli is suitable for colour extraction?
  • Arka Abir
  • KTPL - 91
  • CH-3
  • Punjab Lal
Who has completed the garden at Amber fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan?
  • Nawab Wajid Ali Shah
  • Raja Jai Singh II
  • Raja Abhai Singh
  • Sher Shah Suri
Given below are two statementsStatement (I). Lawn grass, Cynodon dactylon L. is most widely used on lawn, roadsides, parks, school ground, playgrounds, golf courses and other areas where close mown dense turf is required.Statement (Il) Cynodon dactylon L. , Stenotaphrum secundatum and Paspalum notatum are cool season grasses and highly suitable for lawn making in cool areas.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) in false but Statement (II) is true.
Best training method in high density peach planting
  • Y trellis
  • Tatura Trellis
  • Head
  • Spindle Bush
As per FPO which of the following is not true Jar canning of fruits?
  • No preservative shall be added
  • Drained weight not less than 50%
  • The can shall not show any positive pressure at sea level
  • Head space in can should be more than 1.6 cm.
Which of the following is true for essentiality of germination?(A). Viability of need.(B). Proper environment(C). Seed free from dormancy(D). Thin seed coat
  • (A), (B) and (D) only
  • (A) and (C) only
  • (A), (B) and (C) only
  • (A) (C) and (D) only
Man made hybrid Tangelos is an interspecific hybrid of
  • Citrus deliciosa × Citrus nobilis
  • Citrus Sinensis × Citrus deliciosa
  • Citrus reticulata × Citrus paradisi
  • Citrus grandis × Citrus unshiu
Superficial rind pitting(A). lt is a physiological disorder causing serious damage to Shamouti orange(B). The majority of the symptoms develop 3-5 weeks after harvest(C). Ethylene increases the incidence(D). Storage at 5 0C increase the incidenceChoose the corner answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (B) and (D) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
  • (A), (B)and (C}. only
  • (B), (C) and (D) only.
Which of the following shows very high inbreeding depression on selfing?
  • Spine Gourd
  • Lettuce
  • Carrot
  • Pea
A kitchen garden is having 20 varieties of vegetables and out of these 4 are leafy vegetables. Calculate the probability of getting a leafy vegetable
  • 0.5
  • 0.4
  • 0.2
  • 0.1
Match List-I with List-IlList-IList-IIVarietyFruit Crop(A). Gulabi(I). Mango(B). Phule Arketa(II). Guava(C). Chittidar(III). Pomegranate(D).Haden(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)
Various forms of gibberellins are abundant during which sage of fruit development?
  • Stage I
  • Stage II
  • Stage I & Stage II
  • Throughout seed development
Which of the following is NOT a frost tolerant species of potato?
  • Solanum acaule
  • Solanum vernei
  • Solanum commersonii
  • Solanum tuberosum
King of North is the variety of?
  • Broccoli
  • Knol Khol
  • Celery
  • Parsley
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIPlant NutrientMobility in soil function in plant(A) Mn(I) Highly mobile(B). Mg(II) Less mobile(C). Zn(III) immobile(O) C(IV) Basic structureChoose the correct answer Tom the options given below.
  • (A) — (I), (B) — (II), (C) — (III), (D) — (IV)
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (IIT), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) — (I), (B) — (II), (C) (IV), (D) — (III)
  • (A) - (III) (B) — (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Which of the following rose cultivars were developed through induced mutation?(A). Abhisarika.(B). Pusa Alpana(C). Madhosh(D). Rose SherbetChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (B) only.
  • (B) and (C) only
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
Mango hybrid Arka Suprabhath is a cross between
  • Amrapali and Arka Anmol
  • Arka Anmol and Amarpali
  • Malika and Langra
  • Kesar and Neelam
Match List-I with List-llList-IList-IIDiseaseVegetable Crops(A). Purple blotch(I). Garlic(B). Black rot(II). Cauliflower(C). Anthracnose(III). Chilii(D) Powdery mildew(IV). PeaChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) — (III), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)
  • (A) — (III), (B) — (II), (C) — (I), (D) (IV)
  • (A) - (III), (B) —(IV) , (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
Citrus rootstock which is tolerant to gummosis, root rot, tristeza and drought.
  • Karna khatta
  • Cleoptra mandarin
  • Sweet orange
  • Carizzo cittrange
Which method of grafting is used for reworking old fruit trees
  • Whip and tongue
  • Cleft grafting
  • Spice
  • Wedge grafting
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A)and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Tuberization in sweet potato is almost absent at 75 % shade and severely a4ected at 55 % and not much affected at 25 % shade.Reason (R) Warm sunny days and cool nights are favourable for better tuber development in sweet potato.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:Statement (I). In vegetable crops, luxury consumption of potassium isa very common feature.Statement (II): Potassium is more mobile than nitrogen fertilizers.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.
What is the approximately average protein content (on dry weight basis) in potato?
  • 5 %
  • 10 %
  • 15 %
  • 20 %
Which plant bio regulator blocks the synthesis of gibberellin?
  • Abscisic acid
  • Ethylene
  • Benzothiadiazole
  • Prohexadione-calcium
To reduce the incidence of fruit fly in mango bagging of fruits using brown paper is done
  • 30 Days before harvesting
  • 60 Days before harvesting
  • 90 Days before harvesting
  • 20 Days before harvesting
Which district has been granted GI tag in cashew nut for nut quality?
  • Kasargod, Kerala
  • Puttur. Karnataka
  • Vengurla, Maharashtra
  • Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).Assertion (A): Veneer grafting and stone grafting are by far the best method of vegetative propagation in mangoReason (R) Scion stick can be carried to long distances and can keep well for 5-6 daysIn 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) Kashi Bhairav is a F1 hybrid of Brinjal.Statement (It): Shitla Jyoti isa F1 hybrid of watermelonIn 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 (Il) 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): Sweet potato is highly heterozygous without-breeding habit.Reason (R): Self-incompatibility is evident in different sweet potato cultivars.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) 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 mechanism favours self-pollination:
  • Protandry
  • Cleistogamy
  • Protogyny
  • Dioecy
The superiority of an F1 hybrid over both of its parents in terms of yield or some other characters is known as
  • Mutation
  • Polyploidy
  • Luxuriance
  • Heterosis
Little leaf disease of brinjal is transmitted by
  • Leafhopper
  • White by
  • Thrips
  • Mites
Which of the following fruit have highest TSS?
  • Bael
  • Mango
  • Grapes
  • Sapota
The UN has designated 2024 as the International Year of
  • Camelids
  • Cooperatives
  • Rangelands and Pastoralists
  • Millets
Mutation which occurs in one layer or more layers at the top of apex is known as
  • Mericlinal Chirnera
  • Periclinal chimera
  • Sectorial chimera
  • Segmented chimera
Which of the following is high temperature tolerant variety of cabbages
  • Pusa Shree
  • Pusa Agrim
  • Pusa Ageti
  • Pusa Drum Head
Which of the following chrysanthemum varieties are suitable for growing as pot mums?(A). Pusa Sona(B). Tata Century(C). Snowball(D). SadbhavanaChoose the corner answer from the options given below:
  • (A), (B) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (C) only.
  • (B) and (D) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
Which of the following is characterized by nonfunctional pollen grains, while female gametes function normally?
  • Self-incompatibility
  • Male sterility
  • Pure line
  • Pedigree
Which banana variety is slightly larger than human finger with sweet fragrance and honey Iike taste?
  • Saba
  • Matti Banana
  • Pacovan
  • Manicalo
Utkal Mayuri is the variety of
  • Vegetable Pea
  • Vegetable Amaranth
  • Vegetable Soybean
  • Vegetable pigeon pea
Calculate the quantity of fertilizer required for making a 100-ppm solution of 20-10-20 in a 500 litre tank?
  • 150 g
  • 250 g
  • 350 g
  • 500 g
Terrace and running water are the main features of which of the following garden?
  • English garden
  • Japanese garden
  • Mughal garden
  • Persian garden
Santa Rosa is a variety of
  • American plum
  • European plum
  • Japanese plum
  • Damson plum
Sequence the guava species according to their Synonyms(A) Psidium cattleianum var. longipes(B) Psidium cattleianum var. lucidum(C) Psidium nionlanum(D) Psidium niolle
  • brazilian guava - Strawberry guava - Mountain guava - Lemon guava
  • Lemon guava -Strawberryg uava - Brazilian guava - h1ountain guava
  • Strawberry guava - Lemon guava - Mountain guava - Brazilian guava
  • Lemon guava - Mountain guava - Brazilian guava - Strawberry guava
Given below are two statements:Statement (1): A soft or cool harmony can be achieved by using blue colours available in sweet pea, China asters and petunias.Statement (II): A warm harmony can be achieved by using yellow antirrhinum with orange dimorphotheca or yellow marigold with orange antirrhinumIn 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 tree is mentioned in Atharva Veda?
  • Terminalia arjuna
  • Ficus religiosa
  • Cassia fistula
  • Shorea robusta
Best orientation single hedge row is?
  • North-South
  • East—West
  • North-East
  • South-East
What is the ideal seed rate for okra for rainy season crop?
  • 18-22 kg/ha
  • 8—10 kg/ha
  • 4-8 kg/ha
  • 16-18 kg/ha
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IIVegetable cropMinimum Isolation distance (m) for foundation seed(A) Cauliflower(I). 400(B). Onion(II). 200(C) Okra(III). 1800(D). Brinjal(IV). 1000 Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
  • (A) — (III), (B) — (IV), (C) — (II), (D) — (I)
  • (A) - (I). (B) - (II). (C) - (III). (D) - (IV)
  • (A) — (I). (B) — (II). (C) — (IV). (D) — (III)
  • (A) - (Ili), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D\ - (II)
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 (D) only.
  • (A) (B) and (C) only.
  • (A), (B). (C) and (D).
  • (B) (C)and(D)only
For which state Pineapple variety Queen has been declared as a “state fruit”?
  • Manipur
  • Meghalaya
  • Tripura
  • Arunachal Pradesh
Arrange the following steps of mass selection method of flower crop improvement in correct sequence?(A). Selection of plants with similar but desirable traits from variable population.(B). Planting of composite seeds in preliminary yield trials and evaluation of phenotype of selected population.(C). Evaluation of promising selections in coordinated yield trials at multi-locations.(D). Compositing of seeds from selected plants.(E) Seed multiplication of outstanding selection for distribution.Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
  • (C), (D), (E), (B), (A).
  • (A), (D), (C.) (B) (E).
  • (A), (D), (B), (C), (E).
  • (C), (B),(E), (A), (D).
Nutritional quality of rice(A). Rice alone accounts for 40 % of the protein in Asian diet.(B). In India rice provide 25 of our protein requirement(C). It is a poor source of protein (6-8%)(D). Among cereal protein, rice protein is biologically the richestChoose 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) onIy.
Match List-I with Lisl-IIList IList-II(A). Banana – Grand Naine(I). USA(B) Sweet Orange – Bright Red(II) France(C). Guava—Beaumont G 35(III) Philippines(D). Mango-Carabao(IV) Australia Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) — (I), (B) — (III), (C) — (II), (D) (IV)
  • (A) - (III), (B) — (iV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)
  • (A) — (IV), (B) (II), (C) — (III), (D) — (i)
  • (A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) — (IV), (D) - (III)
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-IITreeScientific name(A). Geranium tree(I) Butea monosperma(B). Flame of the forest(II) Bauhinia purpurea(C). Bottle Brush(III). Lagerstroemia flosreginae(D). Pride of India(IV). Callistemon lanceolatusChoose the correct answer from the options given below.
  • (A)— (IV), B) —(III), (CQ (II), (D)— (I)
  • (A)- (II). (B)- (I), (C)-(IV), D}-(III)
  • (A)— (I), (B)— (II), (C)—(IV), D- (III)
  • (A)- (III), (B) -(IV), (C) (I), (D)-(II)
New National Education Policy (NEP) was launched on
  • 29 July 2020
  • 15 August 2020
  • 26 January 2020
  • 15 August 2021
Match List-I with List-IIList-IList-II(A) Alphonso(I). Pulping and Canning(B) Ramkela(II). Processing(C) Mallika(III). Pickling(D) Kesar(IV). Pulping and juice concentrateChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) - (I). (B) - (III), (C) - (II), D) - (IV)
  • (A)- (I II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (i). (D) - (II}
  • (A) — (IV). (B) — (II), (C) (III). (D) — (I)
  • (A) - (II), (B) - (I). (C) - (IV). (D) - (III)
Given below are two statements.Statement (I). Heat tolerant tropical cauliflowers show significantly high level of self-incompatibility.Statement (II): The European annual or snowball types are basically self-compatible in nature.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.
Given below are two statements:Statement (I) Garden suburbs are nothing, but satellite townships developed among parks and avenues.Statement (II): In the old, congested cities, bio-aesthetic planning can be achieved by developing garden suburbs on the outskirts of the city easily approachable by vehicles.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.
Papaya Variety Surya is an offspring of?
  • Washington × CO.1
  • CO.1 × Washington
  • CO-2 × Sunrise Solo
  • Sunrise Solo × Pink Flesh Sweet
Why Phytohormone is regarded as an anti -stress promoter and growth bio-simulator?
  • Jasmonic acid
  • 1-MCP
  • Melatonin
  • Prohexadone—Ca
Statement I: Mandarins are commonly known as loose skin orange.Statement II: Hodgson classified Mandarins into three groups- Satsuma, King and Willow leaf
  • 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.
Arrange the following steps involved in hybridization of rose flower crop in correct orders?(A). Emasculation of flowers of female parents.(B). Pollination(C). Harvesting and storing of F1 seeds(D). Bagging and tagging(E). Choice and evaluation of pollen and female parentsChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (C), (D), (E), (B), (A).
  • (E), (A), (D), (B), (C).
  • (A), (D), (E), (C), (B).
  • (C), (B), (E), (A), (D).
What is the edible portion of cauliflower”?
  • Modified leaves
  • Modified flowers
  • Modified inflorescence
  • Modified stern
Which of the following annuals can grow Luxuriantly and produce flowers under high temperature?(A). Zinnia(B). Gaillardia(C). Gomphrena(D). Sweet WilliamChoose the correct answer from the options given below:
  • (A) and (B) only.
  • (B) and (D) only.
  • (A), (B) and (C) only.
  • (A) and (D) only.
Shrubs or trees planted at regular intervals to form a continuous screen is called as
  • Edge
  • Hedge
  • Arches
  • Pergola