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[#396] Optimum seed rate for beet root (Chukandar) is (kg/ha)
Correct Answer

(C) 10 - 12

Explanation

Solution: The correct answer is Option C: 10 - 12 Here's why: Beetroot, also known as Chukandar, needs enough space to grow properly. Seed rate refers to the quantity of seeds required to sow in one hectare of field. If you sow too many seeds (like with 14-16 kg/ha), the plants will be crowded and won't develop well. If you sow too few seeds (like with 6-9 or 5-10 kg/ha), you might not get enough plants for a good yield. 10 - 12 kg of seeds per hectare provides the optimal balance . It ensures enough plants to maximize yield without causing overcrowding. Therefore, 10-12 kg/ha is the commonly recommended seed rate for beetroot cultivation.

[#397] Wind breaks are planted in orchards towards
Correct Answer

(B) North West

Explanation

Solution: A windbreak is a row or group of trees, shrubs, or structural elements (e.g. fences) that are used to block and direct the wind. Vegetative windbreaks are used in agriculture to prevent wind erosion or damage to field crops. Windbreaks are planted in orchards towards the North West . The windbreaks and shelterbelts should be formed in a North-West direction. These shall secure the crops and livestock against cold waves also.

[#398] Hermaphrodite variety of ridge gourd is
Correct Answer

(C) Satputia

Explanation

Solution: Ridge gourd is a cucurbitaceous summer vegetable grown throughout the year in the northeastern region and is used as a vegetable. It is a creeper and has a climbing or trailing habit. There is a wide variation in the shape and length of fruits. Hermaphrodite variety of ridge gourd is Satputia . This is a cultivar of Bihar, which is hermaphrodite in sex form which means have both male and female parts and it produces smaller fruits in clusters. In each cluster, 5-7 fruits are borne. Fruits are pale-green. The average yield is 20 - 25 tonnes/ha. It is mainly grown in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.

[#399] Cells without cell wall are termed as
Correct Answer

(B) Protoplast

Explanation

Solution: Cells without cell walls are termed Protoplast . It is a biological term coined by Hanstein in 1880 to refer to the entire cell, excluding the cell wall. It can be removed from the plant, bacterial or fungal cells using mechanical, chemical, or enzymatic means. Protoplast can be used to study membrane biology and soma clonal variation, including the uptake of macromolecules and viruses.

[#400] Improved variety of cinnamon is
Correct Answer

(A) IISR- Nithyashree

Explanation

Solution: IISR-Nithyashree is the improved variety of cinnamon. It was released in the year 1996 by IISR (Indian Institute of Spices), Calicut. It is one of the high-yielding and high-quality cinnamon selections. Bark oil, leaf oil and oleoresin contents are high giving a good aroma and taste. And no visible pest infection and diseases have been observed in this variety.