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What has driven the transition from cereals to pulses in Rajasthan?
What has driven the transition from cereals to pulses in Rajasthan?
- Introduction of new farming technologies
- Increased disposable incomes (correct)
- Decreased demand for cereals in urban areas
- Government subsidies for pulse cultivation
Which factor has influenced the shift to horticultural crops in India?
Which factor has influenced the shift to horticultural crops in India?
- Decreased availability of cereals in rural areas
- Government incentives for horticultural farming
- Rising demand for fresh and processed fruits and vegetables in urban areas (correct)
- Introduction of genetically modified horticultural crops
What has boosted the cultivation of potatoes and tomatoes in states like Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Punjab, Bihar, etc.?
What has boosted the cultivation of potatoes and tomatoes in states like Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Punjab, Bihar, etc.?
- Introduction of new farming techniques
- Decrease in demand for fresh vegetables
- Rise in processed food consumption (correct)
- Government subsidies for potato and tomato cultivation
What has led to the growth in fodder crops like maize and sorghum in India?
What has led to the growth in fodder crops like maize and sorghum in India?
What is utilized for biofuel production in states like Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra?
What is utilized for biofuel production in states like Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra?