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[#896] Fruit on the basis of respiration can be classified as
Correct Answer

(B) Climacteric and Non climacteric

Explanation

Solution: Fruit based on respiration can be classified as Climacteric and Non-Climacteric. Climacteric fruits can ripen fully if they are harvested after their growth period. Eg.: Mango, Banana, Sapota, Guava, Papaya and Apple etc. On the other hand, non-climacteric fruits can ripe fully only if they are allowed to remain attached to the parent plant. Eg: Citrus, Grape, Jamun, Strawberry, Pineapple, etc.

[#897] Which of the following early variety of cauliflower?
Correct Answer

(D) Pusa Katki

Explanation

Solution: Cauliflower is one of several vegetables in the species Brassica oleracea in the genus Brassica , which is in the Brassicaceae (or mustard) family. It is an annual plant that reproduces by seed. Pusa Katki is the early variety of cauliflower. This is one of the earliest varieties released from IARI, New Delhi, which matures in October - November and has medium plants, bluish green and waxy leaves. It is suitable for sowing in the middle of May.

[#898] Seed of crop with least storage potential is
Correct Answer

(B) Onion

Explanation

Solution: The seed of the crop with the least storage potential is the Onion. Factors influencing the storage of seeds are Biotic or Abiotic factors. Onion seeds are naturally short-lived. The storage of seeds is influenced by the genetic makeup of the seed. The purpose of seed storage is to maintain the seed in good physical and physiological condition from the time they are harvested until the time they are planted. To protect seeds from insects, pests and diseases. To conserve seeds until they germinate for subsequent crop production.

[#899] Agrifound Parvati is a variety of
Correct Answer

(A) Garlic

Explanation

Solution: Agrifound Parvati is a variety of Garlic. This variety was developed in 1992 by selection from an exotic collection obtained from the Hong Kong market. The variety is long day type and as such is suitable for cultivation in the mid and high hills of Northern states. Bulbs are of bigger size (5 - 6.5 cm), creamy white colour with a pinkish tinge.

[#900] In India date is harvested at . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer

(A) Doka stage

Explanation

Solution: In India Date is harvested at Doka Stage. It is the stage 13 - 17 weeks after pollination. The fruit is hard, yellow pink, or red and may be sweet or astringent. Date palm in India occurs on the western border, especially in the Kutchh district of Gujarat with about 18286 ha. with a production of 171522 MT of fresh fruits. It was at the initial stage in 2014. Among Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and other states Gujarat is the top producer.