UPSC Prelims 2020 – Question 90

Here is Question No. 90 a part of our series on UPSC Prelims 2020

Q90. In the context of India, which of the following is/are considered to be practice(s) of eco-friendly agriculture?

1. Crop diversification
2. Legume intensificationTensiometer use
3. Vertical farming

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: D

• Statement 1 is correct: Crop diversification refers to the addition of new crops or cropping systems to agricultural production on a particular farm considering the different returns from value-added crops with complementary marketing opportunities. It is an eco-friendly practice.
• Statement 2 is correct: A leguminous plant (legume) is a group of plants that have vegetables or as foods grown from the ground knobs that enhance the ability of nitrogen-rich material. Examples include acacia, peas, clover, beans etc

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