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Prelims 2026

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AgricultureAgricultural Geography and AgroecologyDryland, Rainfed and Arid AgricultureMedium (editorial estimate)
Question details
Type:
Statement based
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Dryland, Rainfed and Arid Agriculture · Mixed and Integrated Farming Systems · Farmer Welfare, Income Support and Agricultural Schemes
Related topics:
Mixed and Integrated Farming Systems · Farmer Welfare, Income Support and Agricultural Schemes

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2026 · Q28

Prelims 2026, question 28: Dryland, Rainfed and Arid Agriculture

Which among the following is/are the objective(s) of the Rainfed Area Development (RAD) initiative under the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)? 1. Encouraging monoculture in rainfed areas 2. Increasing rice cultivation in irrigated regions 3. Enhancing productivity and minimising climatic risks through Integrated Farming Systems (IFS) Select the answer using the code given below:

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AgricultureAgricultural Markets, Storage and Food ManagementGrading, Quality Standards and Agricultural CertificationMedium (editorial estimate)
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Statement based
Skill:
Concept understanding
Tags:
Grading, Quality Standards and Agricultural Certification · Apiculture, Sericulture and Other Allied Activities · Foreign Trade, Trade Policy and WTO
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Apiculture, Sericulture and Other Allied Activities · Foreign Trade, Trade Policy and WTO

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2026 · Q29

Prelims 2026, question 29: Grading, Quality Standards and Agricultural Certification

Which of the following is/are the most significant implication(s) of obtaining Oeko-Tex certification for Eri Silk in the global textile industry? 1. It allows Indian exporters to compete in high-end markets that prioritise chemical-free products. 2. It confirms that Eri Silk meets international safety, environmental, and quality standards, enabling its entry into premium eco-conscious markets. Select the answer using the code given below:

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AgricultureLivestock and Allied SectorsFisheries, Aquaculture and Blue Food SystemsMedium (editorial estimate)
Question details
Type:
Single choice
Skill:
Fact recall
Tags:
Fisheries, Aquaculture and Blue Food Systems · United Nations Agencies, Funds and Programmes
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United Nations Agencies, Funds and Programmes

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2026 · Q38

Prelims 2026, question 38: Fisheries, Aquaculture and Blue Food Systems

At the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) held in June, 2025 in France, the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations demonstrated its leading voice on marine and ocean issues, especially on sustainable fisheries and aquaculture for resilient livelihood and "Blue Transformation". Which of the following combinations about the "Four Betters" proposed by FAO for "Blue Transformation" is correct ?

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