Sustainable Livelihood in Horticulture Quiz

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Which sector contributes about 35% to the total value of fish production?

Agricultural sector

Marine sector (correct)

Forestry sector

Mining sector

What percentage of the total fish production comes from inland sources?

65% (correct)

55%

40%

75%

Which Indian state is NOT mentioned as a major fish producing state?

Punjab (correct)

Andhra Pradesh

West Bengal

Kerala

What percentage of the horticulture sector's contribution is to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of India?

6% Signup and view all the answers

Which type of crops are NOT mentioned as part of India's diverse horticultural crops?

Cereals Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the roles of horticultural crops mentioned in the text?

Providing food and nutrition Signup and view all the answers

What is one key infrastructure requirement for enhancing the role of horticulture as a sustainable livelihood option?

Investment in small-scale processing units Signup and view all the answers

How does IT contribute to rural development in the context of horticulture?

By disseminating information about emerging agricultural technologies Signup and view all the answers

What potential impact does IT have on the agriculture sector according to the text?

Disseminating information on emerging technologies and applications Signup and view all the answers

In the context of horticulture, what does IT serve as according to the text?

A tool for releasing creative potential and knowledge in society Signup and view all the answers

Why is there a rising awareness of the harmful effects of chemical-based fertilizers and pesticides on health?

Due to recent years' awareness campaigns about health impacts Signup and view all the answers

How can governments use IT to address food insecurity and vulnerability?

By predicting areas of food insecurity using software tools Signup and view all the answers

What has been a means of improving livelihood for many unprivileged classes in India?

Horticulture Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is mentioned as a highly remunerative employment option for women in rural areas?

Flower harvesting Signup and view all the answers

To improve livestock productivity, what is suggested as a key requirement?

Improved veterinary care Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as a challenge related to fisheries production in India?

Over-fishing and pollution Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as a requirement to enhance sustainable livelihood options through livestock production?

Improved veterinary care and credit facilities Signup and view all the answers

Which sector has the largest share of total livestock in India?

Poultry Signup and view all the answers