22 Questions
Which crop is researched at the Central Plantation Crop Research Institute in Kerala?
Coconut
Where is the Rubber Research Institute of India located?
Kottayam, Kerala
Which of the following crops is not mentioned as being researched in Karnataka?
Tea
Where is the Tea Research Institute located?
Valparai, Tamil Nadu
What crop is researched at the National Research Centre in Elur, Andhra Pradesh?
Oil Palm
What is the main characteristic of plantation crops?
Grown on a large contiguous area
Why is intensive cultivation hindered in the plantation crop sector in India?
Majority of growers have small land holdings
What percentage of total export earnings do plantation crops contribute to the Indian economy?
27%
Which country leads in the total production of tea in the world?
India
What is the average size of land holdings in Rubber plantations in India?
0.5 hectare
How does the plantation industry impact employment in India?
Provides direct and indirect employment to millions of people
What is the total employment generated by the tea industry?
20 lakhs
Which crop is used to produce coir fiber in India?
Coconut
In addition to providing direct employment, how many farmers are employed in cashew cultivation?
2 lakhs
Where do tea and cashew crops help in land protection according to the text?
Tea in hill slopes, Cashew in barren lands
What percentage of total export comes from the export of plantation crops?
27%
Which type of crops provide year-round gainful employment on the farm and factories?
Plantation crops
Which technology has led to an increase in non-traditional areas under plantation crops?
Drip irrigation technology
Where is the Central Plantation Crop Research Institute located?
Kerala
What is one of the differences between plantation crops and fruit crops?
Perishability
Which type of crops are mainly consumed in their fresh form?
Fruit crops
Where do most plantation crops thrive geographically?
Between 20o N and 20o S Latitude
Learn about the benefits of cultivating plantation crops, such as year-round employment opportunities and crop diversification leading to sustainable agriculture. Understand the availability of technology and the yield gap in these crops.
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