Understanding the Nature of the questions
and giving effective Conclusions
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Understanding the Nature of Questions
I. Technical Questions / Specific questions: -
Examples:
1. Enumerate the functions of Endoplasmic reticulum and
Golgi apparatus.
2. Give an account of seven different pairs of contrasting characters whose
inheritance was studied by Mendel in Garden Pea (Pisum sativum). Give the
reasons for Mendel's success in the study.
3. Discuss the causes of waterlogging and its effects on crop production.
4. Discuss the primary pathways of gaseous nitrogen losses from soil and the
factors affecting nitrogen losses.
5. Give a brief note on GIS-based soil mapping and yield mapping.
6. Enlist the role of auxins in agriculture, with suitable examples.
How to conclude?
You can give conclusion in the following way: -
i. the overall importance / significance of the particular topic or
ii. why it is important to understand / study the particular topic or
iii. what is the application of the particular topic in Agriculture.
Sample conclusions:
Q1. Give an account of seven different pairs of contrasting characters whose
inheritance was studied by Mendel in Garden Pea (Pisum sativum). Give the
reasons for Mendel's success in the study.
i) Conclusion I - Overall importance / significance of the particular topic:-
“Thus, Mendel's systematic approach and rigorous experiments on
studying the inheritance of traits in the garden pea laid the foundation for
modern genetics, earning him the title "father of genetics."
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ii) Conclusion II - Why it is important to understand / study the particular
topic?
“The knowledge regarding Mendel's experiments is crucial as they form
the foundation of genetics, leading to advances in medicine, agriculture,
evolutionary biology, biotechnology, etc.,”
iii) Conclusion III - What is the application of the particular topic in
Agriculture.
“Mendel's experiments laid the foundation for modern genetics and it’s
insights helps in development of crops with desirable traits, such as disease
resistance, higher yield, and improved nutritional content.”
Q2. Describe Systemic Acquired Resistance (SAR) and source of disease
resistance with suitable examples. Write the advantages of breeding for
disease resistance in plants.
Sample conclusion (overall importance) :
“Breeding for disease resistance in plants enhances yields, reduces
chemical use, and promotes sustainable agriculture. This approach offers
long-term viability and economic benefits for farmers.”
II. Problematic question - is one that seeks to identify, analyze,
and understand issues, challenges, or obstacles within a
particular context or subject.
Examples:
1. Write down the constraints of fruit processing industry in India.
2. Discuss on the various issues related to farm women empowerment.
3. Elaborate on the various problems encountered in agricultural production at dryland
areas of Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh and Deccan Plateau of Andhra
Pradesh.
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4. Discuss the issues of Rice-Wheat cropping system in India
5. Challenges of Organic farming in the country.
How to conclude?
You can give conclusion in the following way: -
i. Way forward to address the problem
ii. Efforts taken by the Govt to address the problem
Sample conclusions:
Q1. Write down the constraints of fruit processing industry in India.
Sample conclusion (Way forward like conclusion):
“By addressing constraints through targeted schemes and initiatives, the
Indian fruit processing industry can significantly enhance its efficiency,
quality, and competitiveness, contributing to the overall growth of the
agricultural sector and the economy.”
Q2. Discuss the issues of Rice-Wheat cropping system in India
Sample conclusion (Way forward linked with Govt initiative):
“The Rice-Wheat cropping system, while instrumental in ensuring food
security, has led to resource depletion and environmental challenges. To
address these issues, the government is promoting crop diversification,
efficient water usage, and better residue management for improved ecological
balance and long-term agricultural sustainability.”
III. Questions associated with Govt schemes and programmes.
Examples:
1. What is the need for agricultural price policy? Write its objectives. Discuss the
criteria for deciding minimum support price (MSP) for each crop.
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2. Write down the various programmes run by State and Central Governments for
ensuring food security in our country. Briefly discuss the strategies for sustainable
agricultural production.
3. How do Farmers Producers Organizations (FPOs) help in empowering the farmers
through addressing their needs?
4. Write the main functions of Directorate of Marketing and Inspection. Discuss the
roles of AGMARK and e-NAM in agricultural marketing.
5. Discuss the efforts of the Government of India for extension, renovation and
modernization of irrigation projects.
How to conclude?
You can give conclusion in the following way: -
i. Overall objective / significance of the scheme
ii. To what extent are these schemes effective in addressing the needs?
Sample conclusions:
Q1. How do Farmers Producers Organizations (FPOs) help in empowering the
farmers through addressing their needs?
i) Conclusion I -
“By addressing various needs, FPOs empower farmers to improve their
livelihoods, enhance their productivity, and achieve greater socio-economic
stability.”
ii) Conclusion II – Linking with Govt schemes
“By leveraging government schemes such as Formation and Promotion
of 10,000 FPOs and Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY), FPOs in India
are better equipped to address the challenges faced by farmers, improve
their productivity, and achieve sustainable agricultural development.”
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Q2. Write down the various programmes run by State and Central
Governments for ensuring food security in our country. Briefly discuss the
strategies for sustainable agricultural production.
“The various food security programs like PDS, NFSA, and ICDS ensure
access to food. By integrating strategies like crop diversification, efficient
water use, and organic farming will strengthen food security while
preserving resources for coming generations.”
IV. General Questions (No specific directions, sometimes vague in
nature)
Examples
1. Classify the agroforestry systems and explain in detail the importance of social
forestry in Indian context.
2. What are non-wood forest products? How do they help local community
development in terms of economy and employment?
3. What do you understand by agroecology? How does agroecology help in crop
distribution and sustainable food production?
4. How has food production, including horticultural crops, changed in India during the
last one decade? Write down its impact on food and nutritional security.
5. Discuss the ways and means of minimising erosion for conserving soil.
6. Discuss the role of integrated watershed management in rainfed agriculture.
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Sample conclusions:
Q1. What do you understand by agroecology? How does agroecology help in
crop distribution and sustainable food production?
Sample conclusion (overall importance – general conclusion):
“Thus, agroecology aims to create sustainable food systems that are
environmentally sound, economically viable, and socially just, contributing
to long-term food security and the health of ecosystems.”
Q2. Discuss the role of integrated watershed management in rainfed
agriculture.
“By leveraging schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana
(PMKSY) and adopting integrated watershed management practices, rainfed
agriculture in India can become more resilient, productive, and sustainable,
contributing to food security, rural development, and environmental
conservation.”
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