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AgricultureCrops and Cropping PatternsFruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and HorticultureMedium
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Statement based
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Concept understanding
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Fruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and Horticulture
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Soil Conservation, Land Degradation and Reclamation
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Government of India encourages the cultivation of 'sea buckthorn'. What is the importance of this plant? 1. It helps in controlling soil erosion and in preventing desertification. 2. It is a rich source of biodiesel. 3. It has nutritional value and is well-adapted to live in cold areas of high altitudes. 4. Its timber is of great commercial value. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Question 41 · Fruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and Horticulture · Agriculture · UPSC Prelims 2012 (GS)

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2012 · GS · Question 41