The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme transfers how much annual assistance to eligible farmers?
A₹4,000 annually
B₹6,000 annually
C₹8,000 annually
D₹12,000 annually
Correct Answer: B. ₹6,000 annually
Explanation:
PM-KISAN provides ₹6,000 per year to eligible small and marginal farmers in three installments of ₹2,000 each. Later, it was extended to all landholding farmers.
Which ministry oversees the implementation of the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013?
AMinistry of Finance
BMinistry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
CMinistry of Social Justice
DMinistry of Rural Development
Correct Answer: B. Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
Explanation:
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution implements NFSA 2013, which aims to provide food security to eligible households through the Public Distribution System.
What is the primary source of irrigation in Bihar?
ATube wells only
BRivers and canals
CRainwater harvesting
DUnderground aquifers exclusively
Correct Answer: B. Rivers and canals
Explanation:
Bihar relies heavily on rivers (Ganga, Brahmaputra) and canal systems for irrigation. The Indo-Gangetic Plain provides extensive water resources through these natural channels.
Which fertilizer is most commonly used in Bihar's agriculture?
APotash fertilizer
BUrea
CPhosphate only
DOrganic manure exclusively
Correct Answer: B. Urea
Explanation:
Urea (nitrogen-based fertilizer) is the most widely used chemical fertilizer in Bihar due to its effectiveness for rice and wheat cultivation and government subsidy.
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) covers crop insurance for how many years from the date of enrollment?
A1 year
B2 years
C3 years
D5 years
Correct Answer: A. 1 year
Explanation:
PMFBY provides crop insurance coverage for one agricultural year (kharif or rabi season) at a time. Farmers must enroll annually for continuous coverage.
Which international airport in Bihar was recently upgraded to handle international flights?
AGaya Airport
BJay Prakash Narayan International Airport (Patna)
CDarbhanga Airport
DMuzaffarpur Airport
Correct Answer: B. Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (Patna)
Explanation:
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in Patna is Bihar's primary airport, recently upgraded with modern facilities for international flight operations.
What is the primary river system that flows through Bihar?
AGodavari
BGanga (Ganges)
CBrahmaputra
DSutlej
Correct Answer: B. Ganga (Ganges)
Explanation:
The Ganga River is the primary river system flowing through Bihar, along with its tributaries like Kosi, Mahananda, and Son, making it crucial for agriculture and irrigation.