Total marks 90.

Total time: 1 hr 30 minutes

Section A: 12 questions [5 marks each] …Write in single side of A4 sheet

Section B : 4 questions [10 marks each] … Write in both side of A4 sheet

1. Write a short note on the economics of seed production.
2. Discuss various seed marketing channels and seed pricing mechanisms.
3. Write a short note on ‘demand forecasting’.
4. Discuss the different constraints faced in seed marketing and seed industry
5. Describe the basic market requirements of a stable seed industry.
6. Discuss factors affecting the seed price relationships of certified seed.
7. Discuss GATT and its implication on seed industry development in India.
8. Write a short note on ISF and Indian seed associations
9. Discuss the responsibilities of seed companies and dealers in seed act.
10. Write short note on ‘market survey’
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Section B:

1. Discuss the role of Governments, ICAR/SAUs, Public and Private enterprises, NGOs
and seed cooperatives in enabling supply of quality seed and planting material to meet
national seed and food security.
2. Describe the procedure for seed import and export in India. What are the potentials and
constraints of seed import export in India
3. What is new seed policy? Discuss its merits and demerits in light of changing
environment in Indian seed industry and impacts.
4. Discuss procedure involved in seed import and export. Also describe the potential and
constraints for seed import and export in India.