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Prelims 2016

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AgricultureCrops and Cropping PatternsFruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and HorticultureMedium (editorial estimate)
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Fruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and Horticulture · Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct species of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 metres and has orange-coloured fruit pulp. In which
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2016 · Q45

Prelims 2016, question 45: Fruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and Horticulture

Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct species of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 metres and has orange-coloured fruit pulp. In which part of India has it been discovered?

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Prelims 2012

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AgricultureCrops and Cropping PatternsFruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and HorticultureMedium
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Fruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and Horticulture
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Soil Conservation, Land Degradation and Reclamation
2012 · Q41

Prelims 2012, question 41: Fruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and Horticulture

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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Prelims 2011

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AgricultureCrops and Cropping PatternsFruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and HorticultureEasy
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Fruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and Horticulture
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Agrometeorology and Climate-Crop Relationships
2011 · Q71

Prelims 2011, question 71: Fruits, Vegetables, Floriculture and Horticulture

Among the following States, which one has the most suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of a large variety of orchids with minimum cost of production, and can develop an export-oriented industry in this field?

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