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What is the primary purpose of the National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)?
What is the primary purpose of the National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)?
Which technology is prominently used in NPSS for detecting and monitoring pest levels?
Which technology is prominently used in NPSS for detecting and monitoring pest levels?
Which type of chemical does NPSS primarily monitor for its impact on pest control?
Which type of chemical does NPSS primarily monitor for its impact on pest control?
How does NPSS help in reducing the use of chemicals in agriculture?
How does NPSS help in reducing the use of chemicals in agriculture?
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What feature of NPSS allows for real-time pest activity monitoring?
What feature of NPSS allows for real-time pest activity monitoring?
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Which organization is primarily responsible for implementing NPSS in India?
Which organization is primarily responsible for implementing NPSS in India?
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What is a key benefit of NPSS in terms of environmental impact?
What is a key benefit of NPSS in terms of environmental impact?
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How does NPSS contribute to sustainable agriculture practices?
How does NPSS contribute to sustainable agriculture practices?
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National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)
- The NPSS is used to monitor and control agricultural pests
- The NPSS provides early warning of pest outbreaks to farmers
- The primary chemical monitored by the NPSS is insecticides due to their impact on pest control
- The NPSS uses drone imagery to detect and monitor pest levels
- The NPSS helps reduce chemical usage in agriculture by providing precise pest data
- The NPSS can be accessed through mobile apps for farmers to monitor pest activity in real time
- The NPSS is implemented by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
- The NPSS helps reduce pesticide runoff into rivers and groundwater, which is a benefit to the environment
- The NPSS contributes to sustainable agriculture practices by providing data for precise and minimal use of pest control chemicals
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This quiz covers the key aspects of the National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS), focusing on its role in monitoring and controlling agricultural pests. Learn how the NPSS leverages technology such as drone imagery to provide real-time data for farmers, and its significance in promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Understand the environmental benefits of reduced pesticide usage and the system's integration by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
