Q. With reference to the Indian agricultural sector, consider the following statements:
1.The horticulture sector is a significant driver of agricultural growth, with India being the second-largest producer of fruits and vegetables globally.
2.The National Horticulture Board (NHB) is the nodal agency responsible for the development of horticulture in India.
3.The Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) is a centrally sponsored scheme that covers all states and Union Territories.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct. India is the world’s second-largest producer of fruits and vegetables, highlighting the importance of the horticulture sector.
- Statement 2 is not correct. While the National Horticulture Board (NHB) plays a role, the nodal agency for the development of horticulture in India is the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. The NHB is one of the organizations under this department.
- Statement 3 is correct. MIDH is a centrally sponsored scheme that aims for the holistic development of the horticulture sector. It covers all states and Union Territories, including the North Eastern and Himalayan states.
- Consider the following statements regarding the Rashtriya Gokul Mission:
Statement I: The primary objective of the mission is to develop and conserve indigenous bovine breeds.
Statement II: The mission promotes both conventional and modern breeding practices to enhance the productivity of indigenous cattle.
