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Which of the following were the objectives of 'Operation flood'?

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. Increase milk production.

  2. Augment rural incomes.

  3. Fair prices for consumers.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Operation Flood's objectives included:

  • Increase milk production ("a flood of milk")
  • Augment rural incomes and 
  • Fair prices for consumers
The bedrock of Operation Flood has been village milk producers' cooperatives, which procure milk and provide inputs and services, making modern management and technology available to members.

Today a 'White Revolution' is emerging in ___________.

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. Cotton textile

  2. Limestone production

  3. Dairying

  4. Cement industry

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

"Operation Flood" started the White Revolution in India and made our country self-sufficient in milk and this was achieved entirely through the cooperative structure. 

Which of the following is the reason behind low productivity of India's livestock despite the population being very high?

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. Lack of promotion of good breed of animals.

  2. Lack of credit facilities for small and marginal farmers.

  3. Lack of good veterinary care.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Though in terms of numbers, our livestock population is quite impressive but its productivity is quite low ascompared to other countries. It requiresimproved technology andpromotion of good breeds of animals to enhance productivity. Improved veterinary care and credit facilities to small and marginal farmers and landless labourers would enhancesustainable livelihood options through livestock production.

Operation Flood, launched in 1970, was a project of which of the following organizations?

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. Indian Dairy Assocaition

  2. National Dairy Development Board

  3. Anand Milk Union Limited

  4. Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Operation Flood was a rural development programme started by India's National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) in 1970. One of the largest of its kind, the programme objective was to create a nationwide milk grid.



It resulted in making India one of the largest producers of milk and milk products and hence is also called the White Revolution of India. It also helped reduce malpractices by milk traders and merchants.

State whether the following statements are True or False.
40% of India's population depends upon agriculture.

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. True

  2. False

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Correct Option: B

Who are the Zamindars?

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. Land owners

  2. Renters of land

  3. Farmers

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A

What was the main interest of the zamindars?

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. Collect rent

  2. Improve farmers livelihoods

  3. Insure farmers in case of poor harvest

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: A

Which sector dominated India's economy during the British colonial rule?

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. Tertiary sector

  2. Secondary sector

  3. Primary Sector

  4. Mining sector

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Correct Option: C

Which of the following are the disadvantages of a mixed crop livestock farming system?

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. Farmers in mixed systems have to divide their attention and resources over several activities

  2. Resource-poor farmers going into mixed farming have to apply labour- intensive techniques.

  3. The possibility of reducing risk, spreading labour and re-utilizing resources

  4. Only A and B

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mixed farming is combining two or more independent agricultural activities on the same farm. A typical case of mixed farming is the combination of crop cultivation with dairy farming or in more general terms, crop cultivation with livestock farming.

Mixing has both advantages and disadvantages. For example, farmers in mixed systems have to divide their attention and resources over several activities, thus leading to reduced economies of scale.  Resource-poor farmers going into mixed farming have to apply labour- intensive techniques. Advantages include the possibility of reducing risk, spreading labour and re-utilizing resources.

What are the advantages of mixed farming with respect to rural farm economy of India?

economics the state of the indian economy on the eve of independence diversification into productive activities policy of agriculture, industry and foreign trade under british rule cottage and small scale industries

  1. Farmers can keep their fields under continuous production.

  2. It enhances the productivity of the farmland.

  3. Reduce dependency on external inputs and costs.

  4. Sometimes one activity may hinder the other activity.

  5. Only A and B.

  6. Only A, B and C.

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Correct Option: F
Explanation:

Advantages of Mixed farming:

  • Farmers can keep their fields under continuous production.
  • It enhances the productivity of the farmland
  • It increases the per capita profitability
  • Both farmings compliment each other.
  • It enhances the productivity of the farmer also.
  • Reduce dependency on external inputs and costs
In the example of mixed cropping of animal husbandry and crop farming, the crops and animals components can complement and support each other. For example, the crop farming gives feed to the animals, and in turn, the animals can supply fertilizers to the crop. So this reduces the need and cost of fertilization and animal feed.