In this important article, we have collected some most important questions of Horticulture which will prove to be quite important for all Agriculture competitive exams viz. Haryana ADO/HDO, IBPS SO, DDA Exams, JRF, and all other Agriculture and allied field examinations.
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#Q-01) For maximum return sowing of “Pusa Chetki” variety of Radish is done in-
A) Jan-Feb
B) March-April
C) May-June
D) July-August
Ans-D.
Explanation: Pusa Chetki: This variety is known for its heat tolerance and can be grown throughout the year in some regions of India. It produces medium-length, stumpy, pure white radishes with a mild flavor.
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#Q-02) The fertilizer application in Mango be made in-
A) Jan
B) Feb
C) July
D) October
Ans-D.
KeyPointer: The mango (Mangifera indica) is a tropical fruit tree known for its delicious and juicy fruits. It belongs to the Anacardiaceae family and is native to South Asia. The tree can grow up to 30 meters tall with a dense, rounded canopy of glossy, dark green leaves. Its flowers are small, white, and fragrant, blooming in panicles at the end of branches. The fruit is typically oval or kidney-shaped, ranging in color from green to yellow or red when ripe. Inside, it has a single large seed surrounded by sweet, succulent, golden-yellow flesh, prized for its rich flavor and nutritional value.
#Q-03) The best growth regulator for controlling fruit drop is-
A) IAA
B) NAA
C) MH
D) GA3
Ans-B.
Explanation: Naphthalene acetic acid (NAA) is a synthetic plant hormone widely used in agriculture and horticulture. It belongs to the class of auxins, which regulate plant growth and development. NAA is known for its ability to promote root formation in cuttings, enhance fruit setting and development, and prevent premature fruit drop. It is commonly used as a foliar spray or applied directly to the plant’s tissues. NAA works by stimulating cell elongation and differentiation, influencing various physiological processes in plants. However, improper dosage or application of NAA can lead to adverse effects such as leaf burning or abnormal growth.
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#Q-04) What is the optimum seed rate for Potato per ha.?
A) 1-8 quintals
B) 8-15 quintals
C) 15-22 quintals
D) 22-30 quintals
Ans-C.
#Q-05) Which is a hybrid variety of Watermelon-
A) Charleston Gray
B) Crimson Sweet
C) Arka Jyoti
D) Arka Jeet
Ans-C.
Best Varieties Of Watermelon:
- Sugar Baby ( Very sweet; TSS: 11-13%)
- Durgapura Meetha
- Durgapura Kesar ( Yellow Flesh)
- Pusa Rasal
- Asahi Yamato
- Arka Jyoti
- Improved Shipper ( an American introduction)
#Q-06) India is the second largest producer of vegetables but processing is, done hardly in-
A) 2%
B) 3%
C) 4%
D) 1%
Ans-A.
#Q-07) Gherkin is a vegetable crop, which is known as-
A) Pickling Bittergourd
B) Pickling Longmelon
C) Pickling Capsicum
D) Pickling Cucumber
Ans-D.