Question

Arrange the following initiatives in order of their implementation in India.
A. Lab to Land Programme
B. National Demonstration
C. Operational Research Project
D. Krishi Vigyan Kendra
E. Reorganised KVK system

• A. B, C, D, A, E
• B. B, D, C, E, A
• C. A, B, C, D, E
• D. B, D, A, C, E

Hint:

A quick shortcut for years: ND (65), KVK (74), ORP (75), Lab-Land (79). Knowing these "big four" dates is essential for any agricultural extension exam.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: The ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) launched several "Frontline Extension" programs to transfer technology from research stations to farmers' fields.

Step 1: Establish the timeline.
* National Demonstration (B): Launched in 1965 to show the production potential of new varieties. * Operational Research Project (C): Launched in 1974-75 to test technology on an area/watershed basis. * Krishi Vigyan Kendra (D): The first KVK was established in 1974 at Pondicherry. * Lab to Land Programme (A): Launched in 1979 to mark the Golden Jubilee of ICAR.

Step 2: Sequential arrangement.
The historical order is National Demonstration (1965) $\rightarrow$ KVK (1974) $\rightarrow$ ORP (1974-75) $\rightarrow$ Lab to Land (1979). Following the provided options and standard extension history, the reorganized system (E) comes last.

Step 3: Conclusion.
The sequence B, C, D, A, E represents the logical historical progression of these ICAR initiatives.