Who was announced to repeal the three Controversial Agriculture Laws?

Narendra Modi

Piyush Goyal

Rajnath Singh

Nirmala Sitharaman

Correct Answer : Narendra Modi

* Apologising to the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 19th November 2021, announced the repeal of the three contentious farm laws against which farmers, mainly from Punjab and Haryana, have been protesting at the borders of Delhi for nearly a year.

* The Prime Minister chose the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti to announce the repeal of the three laws, the Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement of Price Assurance and Farm Services Act, the Farmers Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, and the Essential Commodities (Amendment) Act 2020.

* Farmers’ representatives told The Times of India that more than 600 activists and protesters had died during the protests.

Published On : November 21, 2021

Recent Updates in Agriculture - General Knowledge Questions

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What is the new collateral-free agricultural loan limit set by RBI?

Rs. 1 Lakh

Rs. 1.5 Lakh

Rs. 2 Lakh

Rs. 3 Lakh

Correct Answer : Rs. 2 Lakh

* The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has increased the collateral-free agricultural loan limit from ?1.6 lakh to ?2 lakh, effective January 1, 2025.

* This initiative is aimed at benefiting farmers and allied activities by reducing borrowing costs and improving credit access, especially for small and marginal farmers.

* The increase in loan limits also enhances the uptake of Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loans, allowing farmers to avail loans up to ?3 lakh at a 4% effective interest rate. This move supports agricultural growth and financial inclusion.

Published On : December 15, 2024

Category : Agriculture

Q .

Which system introduced by NIFTEM-K helps reduce post-harvest losses in perishable food transportation using solar power and IoT technology?

SURAKSHA system

PRADHAN system

PARIVARTAN system

SARTHI system

Correct Answer : SARTHI system

The SARTHI system (Solar Assisted Reefer Transportation with Hybrid Controls and Intelligence) was introduced by NIFTEM-K to address the challenge of post-harvest losses in transporting perishable foods.

By integrating IoT and real-time monitoring, SARTHI ensures optimal storage conditions for fruits and vegetables using sensors for temperature, humidity, and gas levels.

Its solar-powered air-handling unit regulates temperatures when stationary, reducing spoilage and energy use.

The system allows transporters to track and adjust conditions through a mobile app, improving shelf life and reducing both wastage and carbon footprints.

Published On : October 20, 2024

Category : Agriculture

Q .

Which rice variety is being promoted by the government as a viable alternative to Pusa-44 to address the issue of farm fires in Punjab and Haryana?

Pusa-1500

Pusa-2100

Pusa-2090

Pusa-44 Plus

Correct Answer : Pusa-2090

Pusa-2090 is a new rice variety identified as a suitable replacement for Pusa-44 due to its similar yield potential and earlier harvest timing.

This variety can be harvested in early to mid-October, eliminating the need for stubble burning, a major contributor to air pollution.

By promoting Pusa-2090, the government aims to reduce environmental degradation and conserve groundwater, addressing concerns associated with Pusa-44, which has been linked to increased stubble burning and groundwater depletion in Punjab.

Published On : October 3, 2024

Category : Agriculture