List of top Plant Sciences Questions asked in ICAR AIEEA (PG)

The inflorescence of mustard plant is called

What is the aim of the 'Vibrant Village Program' launched by the Indian government in April 2023?

What is the process for obtaining regulatory approval to use CRISPR-Cas9 technology in agriculture in India?

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Genetic recombination can result in the separation of linked genes.
Reason (R): Genetic recombination can break the linkage between two genes that are located close together on a chromosome.
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Arrange the following commercial crops in ascending order with respect to their ploidy level
(A). Wheat
(B). Cotton
(C). Tomato
(D). Banana
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Which one of the following is NOT incorrect with respect to transpiration in plants

Which of the following amino acid is the first one to include in almost all the protein synthesis process?

Which of the following Geographical Indication is not matched correctly?

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Which of the following is a major factor that can disrupt the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium?

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Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): The NBPGR collaborates with several international organizations to conserve and utilize plant genetic resources.
Statement (II): The NBPGR is the only organization in India involved in the conservation of plant genetic resources.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

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Which of the following is NOT a type of millet?

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): Baby corn represents small and immature maize plants.
Statement (II): The size, texture, and taste are the main differences between baby corn and normal full-size corn.
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Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): Like any other crop varieties, the essentially derived varieties (EDVs) can also be registered and protected with the PPV&FR Authority, Govt. of India.
Statement (II): The rights of a breeder as granted by the PPV&FR Act (2001) shall also be applicable to the breeder of an EDV.
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The viability of seeds is tested through a chemical called 2,3,5-triphenyl tetrazolium chloride (TZ). The steps of the TZ tests are listed below. Find out the group with the most appropriate order of the steps-
(A). Dissection of the seeds to expose the embryo
(B). Placing the seeds in a 1.0% or 0.1% solution of 2,3,5-triphenyl tetrazolium chloride
(C). Soak the seeds in water overnight
(D). Examination of the treated seeds for coloration of the embryo
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Given below are two statements, one is labeled as Assertion (A), and the other one is labeled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): To recognize and protect the rights of the farmers and the breeders and to stimulate investment in research and development for the development of new plant varieties, Govt. of India enacted the PPV&FR Act in 2001.
Reason (R): The protection of the rights of farmers and plant breeders will facilitate the growth of the seed industry in the country which will ensure the availability of high-quality seeds and planting material to the farmers.
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Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) are known for their participatory approach to agricultural extension services.
Statement (II): KVKs involve farmers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of extension activities to ensure that they are tailored to the local needs and constraints.
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Activities happening during seed germination are listed below. Select the group having the correct order of activities-
(A). Initiation of embryo growth
(B). Resumption of metabolic activity in the rehydrated seed
(C). Rupture of seed coat and the emergence of seedling
(D). Absorption of water by the dry seed
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The steps of seed purity testing are listed below. Arrange the steps in chronological order i.e. from the first to the last.
(A). Critical examination of the sample and separating the pure seeds, weeds, etc., and weighing them individually
(B). Preliminary separation of the working sample
(C). Calculate the percentage by weight of each component to one decimal place and prepare the report
(D). Obtaining the working sample
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