448 + Mcqs in Agriculture Page 4 McqOptions

151.	Tamil Nadu is a leading producer of mill-made cotton yarn in the country. What could be the reason ?1. Black cotton soil is the predominant type of soil in the state2. Rich pool of skilled labour is availableWhich of the statements given above is / are correct ?
A.	1 only
B.	2 only
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. neither 1 nor 2

Discussion

152.	Consider the following statements1. As compared to wheat, bareley can withstand more porous and alkaline soils2. The millet Ragi (Eleusine coracana) is cultivated only in loamy soils.Which of the statements given above is / are correct ?
A.	1 only
B.	2 only
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2

Discussion

153.	Consider the following principal ; group of crops in India1. Pulses2. Fibre crops3. Oil seeds4. Plantation cropsThe correct sequence in descending order of principal group of crops with respect to their share in the total cropped area is
A.	1, 3, 2, 4
B.	1, 3, 4, 2
C.	3, 1, 2, 4
D.	3, 1, 4, 2
Answer» B. 1, 3, 4, 2

Discussion

154.	Consider the following statements 1. In India, groundnut crop is raised mostly during the Kharif season under rain fed conditions.2. In India, tabacco is cultivated only in black cotton solils. Which of the statements given above is / are correct ?
A.	1 only
B.	2 only
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» B. 2 only

Discussion

155.	Consider the following statements1. In India natural rubber is produced in southern India only.2. Among the coffee growing states of India, the lowest average yield per hectre of plucked coffee is in Kerala.Which of the statements given above is / are correct ?
A.	1 only
B.	2 only
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» B. 2 only

Discussion

156.	Match the following List - I (Crop) and List - II (Required rainfall in cms)List - IList - IIF. Rice1.200-300G. Wheat2.170-200H. Jute3.150-200J. Rubber4.150-100 Codes FGHJA.1243B.1432C.3422D.4312
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» D. D.

Discussion

157.	Consider the following statements 1. Chernozem soils originate under tall grass prairie vegetation.2. Literites form under hot and humid climatic conditions.Which of the statement (s) given above is / are correct ?
A.	1 only
B.	2 only
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» C. Both 1 and 2

Discussion

158.	Consider the following pairsA. Podzolization - Eluviatior of clays, organic matter calcium, sodium, iron, and aluminium out of the A horizonB. Gleization - Accumulation of organic matter in a swampy environment Which of the pair (s) given above is / are correctly matched .
A.	A only
B.	B only
C.	Both A and B
D.	Neither A nor B
Answer» B. B only

Discussion

159.	Assertion (A) : Laterite soils are reddish in colour and poor in humus and plant nutrients.Reason (R) : In humid tropical climate, excessive leaching takes place under alternative arid and humid conditions.Code.
A.	Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)

Discussion

160.	Consider the following statementsLow soil fertility in Rainy Tropics can be caused by1. high temperature and heavy rainfall.2. eluviations and leaching.3. the existence of an extremely active bacterial life on the forest floor.Of these statements
A.	1, 2 and 3 are correct
B.	1 and 2 are correct
C.	2 and 3 are correct
D.	1 and 3 are correct
Answer» C. 2 and 3 are correct

Discussion

161.	Which of the following has / have salt marshes as an ideal place for its / their growth ?1. Halophytes2. Mesophytes3. XerophytesSelect the correct answer using given below
A.	1 only
B.	1 and 2
C.	2 only
D.	1 and 3
Answer» B. 1 and 2

Discussion

162.	Match List - I (Regions) with List - II (Activities) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Humid Tropics1.Nomadic herdingG. Hot Desert2.Shifting cultivationH. Monsoon Asia3.Commercial liverstock farmingJ. Temperate Grassland4.Intensive subsistence agricultureCode : FGHJA.1234B.2134C.2143D.1243
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» D. D.

Discussion

163.	Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Jarawa1.Shifting cultivationG. Todas2.TerracedH. Angami3.PastoralJ. Saura4.Food gatheringCode : FGHJA.3412B.4312C.4321D.3421
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» D. D.

Discussion

164.	Assertion (A) : In Areas of intensive subsistence agriculture, animal husbandry is a meager sideline of crop farming.Reason (R) : Throughout the region, the farmer is handicapped in raising cattle due to lack of scientific methods of breadingCode
A.	Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» C. (A) is true but (R) is false

Discussion

165.	Match List - I with (Country) List - II (Names of shifting cultivation, the country is associated with) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Philippines1.ChennaG. Thailand2.CainginH. Sri Lanka3.Milpa4.TamralCode : FGHA.341B.314C.241D.214
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» D. D.

Discussion

166.	Assertion (A) : The concept of plantation agriculture has changed in recent years.Reason (R) : Change in the size of landholdings led to the introduction of small and medium farmers in the market.Code
A.	Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)

Discussion

167.	Assertion (A) : Agriculture in Monsoon Asia is characterized by the predominance of food crop cultivation.Reason (R) :Farming in Monsoon Asia is mainly meant for subsistence purpose.Code
A.	Both (A) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» B. Both (A) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)

Discussion

168.	Match List - I (Crops) with List - II (Producer) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Banana1.ColombiaG. Cocoa2.GhanaH. Coffee3.JamaicaJ. Tea4.KenyaCode : FGHJA.2314B.3214C.3241D.2341
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» C. C.

Discussion

169.	Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - I (Growing Rainfall (cm) Condition) Temp ( C)Rainfall (cm)List - II (Name of Crops)F. 20-26above 1501.CottonG. 10-2050-752.RiceH. 2575-1003.RubberJ. 21-27100-1504.Sugarcane5. WheatCode : FGHJA.3154B.4532C.2315D.2514
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» C. C.

Discussion

170.	Consider the following areas1. Central Africa.2. Borneo and Papua-New Guinea.3. Amazon basin.In which of the above areas is the primitive agriculture such as shifting cultivation or rotational bush-fallow type of cultivation found ?
A.	1 only
B.	1 and 2
C.	2 and 3
D.	1, 2 and 3
Answer» E.

Discussion

171.	Consider the following statementsTropical crops which are in great demand in Anglo-America and Europe, are produced in great variety and volume in Latin America and Africa because of1. Availability of cultivable land and suitability of soil conditions.2. Combination of climatic and topographical conditions.3. Lack of mineral resources for trading purpose.4. Non-existence of agro-based industries.Which of these are correct ?
A.	1 and 2
B.	2 and 3
C.	1, 3 and 4
D.	2, 3 and 4
Answer» B. 2 and 3

Discussion

172.	Match List - I (Country) with List - II (Leading Producer) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Germany1.Sugar beetG. Japan2.NewsprintH. Canada3.FishJ. U.S.A.4.CottonCode : FGHJA.1324B.2413C.2314D.1423
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» B. B.

Discussion

173.	Assertion (A) : Sri Lanka produces more tea in central and eastern regions.Reason (R) : The seasonally occurring heavy rainfall is responsible for much higher production.Codes
A.	Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)

Discussion

174.	Match List - I (Countries) with List - II (Crops) and select the correct answer by using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Australia1.Natural rubberG. Brazil2.CoffeeH. U.S.A.3.EucalyptusJ. Malaysia4.TobaccoCode : FGHJA.3124B.1342C.3241D.1324
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» D. D.

Discussion

175.	Consider the following statements 1. Nomadism is a high degree of spatial mobility as a basis for a particular ways life.2. Nomadism is confined to the semi-arid regions of the world.3. Nomadism is presumed to be a synonymous with movements of herds and livestock rearing.4. Hunter gatherers who typically have no domesticated livestock are also defined as nomads.Which of these are correct ?
A.	1, 2 and 3
B.	2, 3 and 4
C.	1, 3 and 4
D.	1, 2 and 4
Answer» B. 2, 3 and 4

Discussion

176.	Consider the following statements1. Cane sugar is preferred to beet sugar.2. Beet sugar is insufficient to meet local demand.3. There is low demand and surplus production of cane sugar in producing countries.4. Cane sugar producing countries were colonies of importing countries.5. Production cost of cane is low.Which of the above reasons account for the fact that cane sugar has a major share in the international sugar trade ?
A.	1, 2 and 3
B.	2, 3 and 4
C.	1, 4 and 5
D.	2, 3 and 5
Answer» D. 2, 3 and 5

Discussion

177.	Consider the following South-East Asian countries which produce 90% of the world's rubber1. Indonesia2. Malaysia3. Sri Lanka4. VietnamThe correct sequence of these rubber producers in decreasing order of importance is
A.	1,2,3,4
B.	2,1,3,4
C.	1,2,3,4
D.	2,1,4,3
Answer» E.

Discussion

178.	Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer Using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Angola1.CacaoG. Ghana2.CitrusH. Tunisia.3.OliveJ. Lebanon4.CoffeeCode : FGHJA.4321B.1342C.4132D.2134
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» D. D.

Discussion

179.	Consider the following activities1. Fishing and forestry.2. Pastoral herding.3. Milk and meat diet.Which of these are common among the Kurds and Kirghiz ?
A.	1 and 2
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 1 and 3

Discussion

180.	Assertion (A) : Laterite, the typical soil of tropical region, is rich in oxides of iron and aluminium compounds.Reason (R) : Heavy rainfall promotes leaching of lime and silica content of the soil.Code
A.	Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)

Discussion

181.	Match List - I (Terms) with List - II (Explanations) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Podzols1.Black earth soil in RussiaG. Terra-rossa2.Ash soil of SiberiaH. Chernozem3.A brown peducal soil of great plains of U.S.A.J. Chestnut4.Mediterranean reddish clay / Ioam soilCode : FGHJA.2314B.1324C.1423D.2413
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» E.

Discussion

182.	Match List (Soil classes) with List - II (Climate types) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Padsols1.Temperate grasslandsG. Terra Rossa2.Hot desertH. Chernozems3.Cool temperateJ. Serozems4.MediterraneanCode : FGHJA.2314B.3412C.3421D.4132
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» C. C.

Discussion

183.	Assertion (A) : Volcanic soils are usually fertile.Reason (R) : The heat of eruption causes fertility on such soils.Code
A.	Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» D. (A) is false but (R) is true

Discussion

184.	Match List - I (Soil group) with List - II (Climatic Region) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Chernozem1.Temperate grasslandsG. Terra Rossa2.MediterraneanH. Podsol3.Cool temperateJ. Sierozem4.Hot desertCode : FGHJA.4321B.1234C.4231D.1324
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» C. C.

Discussion

185.	Assertion (A) : Laterite soils are red in colour and coarse in texture.Reason (R) : Laterite soils contain high concentrations of silica and calcium carbonate.
A.	Both (A) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» D. (A) is false but (R) is true

Discussion

186.	Assertion (A) : Laterite soils are red in colour and coarse in texture.Reason (R) : Abundant phosphoric acid and silica give these soils, the particular colur and texture.Code
A.	Both (A) and (R) are individually true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are individually true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» D. (A) is false but (R) is true

Discussion

187.	Consider the following statements 1. The granite and gneisses give rise to red soil through weathering2. The laterite soil contains the hydrated oxides of iron and aluminium3. Both the red and laterite soils are poor in nitrogen but rich in potash and phosphorus.Which of the statement (s) given above is / are correct ?
A.	1 and 2 only
B.	2 only
C.	1 and 2 only
D.	1, 2 and 3
Answer» B. 2 only

Discussion

188.	Assertion (A) : The pH of acid rainless between 9 and 12.Reason (R) : Acid rain occurs due to heavy air pollution.Code
A.	Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» E.

Discussion

189.	Match List - I (Soil Forming process) with List - II (Releated Characteristic) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Composition of true soil1.Sticky soil formationG. Origin of in organic particle2.Steeper slopeH. Large quantities of soil3.Mineral and organic colloid particlesJ. Formation of thinner soil4.Flat upland area5. Weathering of rocksCode : FGHJA.3512B.4215C.3541D.4251
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» B. B.

Discussion

190.	Consider the following statements1. Laterite consists essentially of oxides of iron and aluminium.2. Ferrallitic soils occur widely in the humid tropics where chemical weathering and leaching are intense.Which of the statement (s) given above is / are correct ?
A.	1 only
B.	2 only
C.	Both 1 and 2
D.	Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2

Discussion

191.	Consider the following statements1. Availability of cheap alternatives2. Changing food habit3. Indiscriminate fishing4. Overfishing5. Water pollutionOf these statements
A.	1, 2 and 3 are correct
B.	2, 3 and 4 are correct
C.	1, 4 and 5 are correct
D.	3, 4 and 5 are correct
Answer» E.

Discussion

192.	Match List - I (Soil type) with List - II (Characteristics) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Entisol1.Clay-rich soilsG. Vertisol2.Highly weathered tropical and subtropical soilsH. Spodosol3.Young soils with no horizonsJ. Oxisol4.Acid soils with leached upper horizonCode : FGHJA.2134B.3142C.3412D.4123
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» C. C.

Discussion

193.	Match List - I (Soil type) with List - II (Region) and select The correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Chernozems1.Eastern RomaniaG. Laterite2.Northern plains of IndiaH. Podzol3.Central AfricaJ. Alluvial4.Eastern RussiaCode : FGHJA.1342B.4321C.1432D.4321
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» B. B.

Discussion

194.	Match List - I (Type of Agriculture) with List - II (Area Associated with the particular Type of Agriculture) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Shifting1.America PrairiesG. Subsistence2.Ganga DeltaH. Commercial3.Gardens of AssamJ. Plantation4.Northern CanadaCode : FGHJA.4123B.3142C.4213D.3412
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» D. D.

Discussion

195.	Which of the following statements regarding cotton cultivation in China are correct ?1. A growing season of about 200 days free from frost.2. Intermittent rainfall during harvesting period benefits higher yields.3. Rainfall of 500 to 1500 mm during growing season.4. Mechanized farming and heavy irrigation is a common feature in the east.Select the correct answer using the codes given below Code
A.	3 and 4
B.	2, 3 and 4
C.	1 and 2
D.	1 and 3
Answer» E.

Discussion

196.	Identify the correct descending order of production of wood pulp of the following countries1. U.S.A.2. Sweden3. Japan4. CanadaSelect the correct answer using the codes given belowCode
A.	1,3,2,4
B.	2,4,1,3
C.	1,4,2,3
D.	2,3,1,4
Answer» D. 2,3,1,4

Discussion

197.	Assertion (A) : In Kazakhstan, transhumance is practiced.Reason (R) : There is a seasonal shifting of snowline in the mountains.Codes
A.	Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)

Discussion

198.	Which of the following pairs are correctly matched ?1. Nomadic herding - Afro Asian arid lands2. Livestock ranching - Amazon basin3. Mixed farming - Eastern U.S.A.Select the correct answer using the Codes given below
A.	1, 2 and 3
B.	1 and 3
C.	1 and 2
D.	2 and 3
Answer» C. 1 and 2

Discussion

199.	Assertion (A) : Increase in agricultural production in China has been due to higher per hectare yields.Reason (R) : China accomplished socialist transformation in all branches of economy, including agriculture.Code
A.	Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
B.	Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
C.	(A) is true but (R) is false
D.	(A) is false but (R) is true
Answer» C. (A) is true but (R) is false

Discussion

200.	Match List -I (Rice) with List - II (Countries) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Highest acreage1.U.S.A.G. Highest production2.JapanH. Highet yield3.IndiaJ. Highest exports4.ChinaCode : FGHJA.3214B.3421C.4123D.2431
A.	A.
B.	B.
C.	C.
D.	D.
Answer» C. C.

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in Indian Geography.

Tamil Nadu is a leading producer of mill-made cotton yarn in the country. What could be the reason ?1. Black cotton soil is the predominant type of soil in the state2. Rich pool of skilled labour is availableWhich of the statements given above is / are correct ?

Consider the following statements1. As compared to wheat, bareley can withstand more porous and alkaline soils2. The millet Ragi (Eleusine coracana) is cultivated only in loamy soils.Which of the statements given above is / are correct ?

Consider the following principal ; group of crops in India1. Pulses2. Fibre crops3. Oil seeds4. Plantation cropsThe correct sequence in descending order of principal group of crops with respect to their share in the total cropped area is

Consider the following statements 1. In India, groundnut crop is raised mostly during the Kharif season under rain fed conditions.2. In India, tabacco is cultivated only in black cotton solils. Which of the statements given above is / are correct ?

Consider the following statements1. In India natural rubber is produced in southern India only.2. Among the coffee growing states of India, the lowest average yield per hectre of plucked coffee is in Kerala.Which of the statements given above is / are correct ?

Match the following List - I (Crop) and List - II (Required rainfall in cms)List - IList - IIF. Rice1.200-300G. Wheat2.170-200H. Jute3.150-200J. Rubber4.150-100 Codes FGHJA.1243B.1432C.3422D.4312

Consider the following statements 1. Chernozem soils originate under tall grass prairie vegetation.2. Literites form under hot and humid climatic conditions.Which of the statement (s) given above is / are correct ?

Consider the following pairsA. Podzolization - Eluviatior of clays, organic matter calcium, sodium, iron, and aluminium out of the A horizonB. Gleization - Accumulation of organic matter in a swampy environment Which of the pair (s) given above is / are correctly matched .

Assertion (A) : Laterite soils are reddish in colour and poor in humus and plant nutrients.Reason (R) : In humid tropical climate, excessive leaching takes place under alternative arid and humid conditions.Code.

Consider the following statementsLow soil fertility in Rainy Tropics can be caused by1. high temperature and heavy rainfall.2. eluviations and leaching.3. the existence of an extremely active bacterial life on the forest floor.Of these statements

Which of the following has / have salt marshes as an ideal place for its / their growth ?1. Halophytes2. Mesophytes3. XerophytesSelect the correct answer using given below

Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Jarawa1.Shifting cultivationG. Todas2.TerracedH. Angami3.PastoralJ. Saura4.Food gatheringCode : FGHJA.3412B.4312C.4321D.3421

Assertion (A) : In Areas of intensive subsistence agriculture, animal husbandry is a meager sideline of crop farming.Reason (R) : Throughout the region, the farmer is handicapped in raising cattle due to lack of scientific methods of breadingCode

Match List - I with (Country) List - II (Names of shifting cultivation, the country is associated with) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Philippines1.ChennaG. Thailand2.CainginH. Sri Lanka3.Milpa4.TamralCode : FGHA.341B.314C.241D.214

Assertion (A) : The concept of plantation agriculture has changed in recent years.Reason (R) : Change in the size of landholdings led to the introduction of small and medium farmers in the market.Code

Assertion (A) : Agriculture in Monsoon Asia is characterized by the predominance of food crop cultivation.Reason (R) :Farming in Monsoon Asia is mainly meant for subsistence purpose.Code

Match List - I (Crops) with List - II (Producer) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Banana1.ColombiaG. Cocoa2.GhanaH. Coffee3.JamaicaJ. Tea4.KenyaCode : FGHJA.2314B.3214C.3241D.2341

Consider the following areas1. Central Africa.2. Borneo and Papua-New Guinea.3. Amazon basin.In which of the above areas is the primitive agriculture such as shifting cultivation or rotational bush-fallow type of cultivation found ?

Match List - I (Country) with List - II (Leading Producer) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Germany1.Sugar beetG. Japan2.NewsprintH. Canada3.FishJ. U.S.A.4.CottonCode : FGHJA.1324B.2413C.2314D.1423

Assertion (A) : Sri Lanka produces more tea in central and eastern regions.Reason (R) : The seasonally occurring heavy rainfall is responsible for much higher production.Codes

Match List - I (Countries) with List - II (Crops) and select the correct answer by using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Australia1.Natural rubberG. Brazil2.CoffeeH. U.S.A.3.EucalyptusJ. Malaysia4.TobaccoCode : FGHJA.3124B.1342C.3241D.1324

Consider the following South-East Asian countries which produce 90% of the world's rubber1. Indonesia2. Malaysia3. Sri Lanka4. VietnamThe correct sequence of these rubber producers in decreasing order of importance is

Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer Using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Angola1.CacaoG. Ghana2.CitrusH. Tunisia.3.OliveJ. Lebanon4.CoffeeCode : FGHJA.4321B.1342C.4132D.2134

Consider the following activities1. Fishing and forestry.2. Pastoral herding.3. Milk and meat diet.Which of these are common among the Kurds and Kirghiz ?

Assertion (A) : Laterite, the typical soil of tropical region, is rich in oxides of iron and aluminium compounds.Reason (R) : Heavy rainfall promotes leaching of lime and silica content of the soil.Code

Match List (Soil classes) with List - II (Climate types) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Padsols1.Temperate grasslandsG. Terra Rossa2.Hot desertH. Chernozems3.Cool temperateJ. Serozems4.MediterraneanCode : FGHJA.2314B.3412C.3421D.4132

Assertion (A) : Volcanic soils are usually fertile.Reason (R) : The heat of eruption causes fertility on such soils.Code

Match List - I (Soil group) with List - II (Climatic Region) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Chernozem1.Temperate grasslandsG. Terra Rossa2.MediterraneanH. Podsol3.Cool temperateJ. Sierozem4.Hot desertCode : FGHJA.4321B.1234C.4231D.1324

Assertion (A) : Laterite soils are red in colour and coarse in texture.Reason (R) : Laterite soils contain high concentrations of silica and calcium carbonate.

Assertion (A) : Laterite soils are red in colour and coarse in texture.Reason (R) : Abundant phosphoric acid and silica give these soils, the particular colur and texture.Code

Assertion (A) : The pH of acid rainless between 9 and 12.Reason (R) : Acid rain occurs due to heavy air pollution.Code

Consider the following statements1. Laterite consists essentially of oxides of iron and aluminium.2. Ferrallitic soils occur widely in the humid tropics where chemical weathering and leaching are intense.Which of the statement (s) given above is / are correct ?

Consider the following statements1. Availability of cheap alternatives2. Changing food habit3. Indiscriminate fishing4. Overfishing5. Water pollutionOf these statements

Match List - I (Soil type) with List - II (Region) and select The correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Chernozems1.Eastern RomaniaG. Laterite2.Northern plains of IndiaH. Podzol3.Central AfricaJ. Alluvial4.Eastern RussiaCode : FGHJA.1342B.4321C.1432D.4321

Identify the correct descending order of production of wood pulp of the following countries1. U.S.A.2. Sweden3. Japan4. CanadaSelect the correct answer using the codes given belowCode

Assertion (A) : In Kazakhstan, transhumance is practiced.Reason (R) : There is a seasonal shifting of snowline in the mountains.Codes

Which of the following pairs are correctly matched ?1. Nomadic herding - Afro Asian arid lands2. Livestock ranching - Amazon basin3. Mixed farming - Eastern U.S.A.Select the correct answer using the Codes given below

Assertion (A) : Increase in agricultural production in China has been due to higher per hectare yields.Reason (R) : China accomplished socialist transformation in all branches of economy, including agriculture.Code

Match List -I (Rice) with List - II (Countries) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the listsList - IList - IIF. Highest acreage1.U.S.A.G. Highest production2.JapanH. Highet yield3.IndiaJ. Highest exports4.ChinaCode : FGHJA.3214B.3421C.4123D.2431