Food Resources Quiz

What do we obtain from agriculture and animal husbandry?

• Fats and vitamins

• Proteins and carbohydrates

• Minerals and water

• All of the above

Why is it necessary to improve food production from agriculture and animal husbandry?

• To combat hunger and malnutrition

• To increase profits

• To reduce environmental impact

• To promote technological advancements

What is the main reason for the need to increase food production in India?

• To support the expansion of agricultural land

• To reduce reliance on imported food

• To export surplus food

• To meet the demands of a growing population

What is the primary concern regarding the green and white revolutions in agriculture?

• Lack of technological innovation

• Decreased crop yields

• Limited access to food markets

• Increased use of natural resources

What is the key to achieving sustainable food production?

• Increasing the use of chemical fertilizers

• Implementing eco-friendly farming practices

• Expanding monoculture farming

• Maximizing water usage in agriculture

What is the significance of food security?

• Access to food only

• Availability of food only

• Both availability and access to food

• Quality of food

Why is increasing the income of people working in agriculture important for combating hunger?

• To improve access to education

• To reduce unemployment in urban areas

• To promote economic growth in rural areas

• To ensure affordability of food

What is the primary factor influencing the growth and completion of life cycles of different crops?

• Soil quality

• Water availability

• Climatic conditions

• Seed variety

How does crop variety improvement contribute to higher productivity?

• By increasing the cost of crop production

• By promoting uniform maturity of crops

• By reducing the adaptability of crops

• By enhancing resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses

What are the desirable agronomic characteristics for crop improvements?

• High water requirement and tolerance to salinity

• Rapid growth and early flowering

• Dwarfness and reduced nutrient consumption

• Tallness and profuse branching