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National Pest Surveillance System Overview

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What is the primary purpose of the National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)?

To enhance soil fertility through chemical adjustments

To monitor and control pesticide use in agriculture

To regulate the import and export of agricultural products

To provide early warnings of pest outbreaks to farmers (correct)

Which technology is prominently used in NPSS for detecting and monitoring pest levels?

Manual field surveys

AI-based image analysis

Drone imagery (correct)

Remote sensing satellites

Which type of chemical does NPSS primarily monitor for its impact on pest control?

Herbicides

Biopesticides

Fungicides

Insecticides (correct)

How does NPSS help in reducing the use of chemicals in agriculture?

By enabling targeted pesticide application through precise pest data Signup and view all the answers

What feature of NPSS allows for real-time pest activity monitoring?

Mobile app updates for farmers Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is primarily responsible for implementing NPSS in India?

Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of NPSS in terms of environmental impact?

It reduces pesticide runoff into rivers and groundwater. Signup and view all the answers

How does NPSS contribute to sustainable agriculture practices?

By providing data for precise and minimal use of pest control chemicals Signup and view all the answers

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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).