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MCQ For Agriculture Students On Horticulture

MCQ For Agriculture Students On Horticulture

1. Which plant hormone is primarily responsible for fruit ripening in climacteric fruits?

2. What is the main advantage of using tissue culture in plant propagation?

3. Which of the following is a characteristic of C4 photosynthesis?

4. In integrated pest management (IPM), what is the significance of economic threshold levels?

5. Which soil type is characterized by high cation exchange capacity and is most suitable for horticultural crops?

6. What is the primary role of cytokinins in plant growth?

7. Which grafting technique is commonly used for plants with a thick bark?

8. How does a high nitrogen application affect fruit trees during the flowering stage?

9. In hybrid seed production, what is the purpose of emasculation?

10. Which method of irrigation is most suitable for arid regions with limited water resources?

11. Which of the following factors does not affect the rate of transpiration in plants?

12. In landscape design, what is the primary purpose of using focal points?

13. What is the primary function of phosphorous in plant development?

14. Which genetic technique is used to identify specific DNA sequences in plant breeding?

15. In the context of plant disease management, what is the primary purpose of crop rotation?

16. What is the role of molecular markers in plant breeding programs?

17. Which method is most effective for controlling viral diseases in horticultural crops?

18. In greenhouse management, what is the significance of maintaining optimal humidity levels?

19. Which layering technique involves bending a branch to the ground and covering a part of it with soil?

20. What is the primary benefit of using green manures in horticultural systems?

21. In biotechnology, what is the purpose of using CRISPR-Cas9 in plant improvement?

22. Which of the following post-harvest treatments helps in delaying ripening of climacteric fruits?

23. What is the main reason for using rootstocks in grafting?

24. In controlled environment agriculture, what is the role of LED lighting?

25. Which element is considered a micronutrient in plant nutrition?

26. What is the impact of high salinity on plant growth?

27. In plant propagation, what is the benefit of using cuttings over seeds?

28. Which type of fertilizer is most suitable for correcting iron deficiency in plants?

29. What is the significance of using hedgerows in sustainable agriculture?

30. In pest management, what is the function of pheromone traps?

31. Which of the following processes is used to develop seedless fruit varieties?

32. What is the main benefit of using drip irrigation systems in horticulture?

33. Which technique is used to enhance the shelf life of fresh produce?

34. In plant tissue culture, what is the role of auxins?

35. Which of the following is an advantage of hydroponic systems in crop production?

36. What is the primary advantage of using molecular markers in plant breeding?

37. Which horticultural practice involves removing the shoot tips to encourage bushier growth?

38. In the context of organic farming, what is the benefit of using compost?

39. What is the role of gibberellins in horticultural crops?

40. Which irrigation method is most efficient for water conservation in arid regions?

41. What is the main benefit of crop rotation in sustainable agriculture?

42. Which hormone is responsible for ripening in climacteric fruits?

43. In post-harvest technology, what is the function of controlled atmosphere storage?

44. Which technique is commonly used for rapid multiplication of plants in horticulture?

45. In sustainable agriculture, what is the role of cover crops?

46. What is the main advantage of using organic fertilizers in horticultural production?

47. Which process is involved in converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form usable by plants?

48. In plant physiology, what is the main role of chlorophyll?

49. Which plant hormone is known for its role in stress tolerance?

50. What is the main objective of integrated pest management (IPM) in crop production?

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Aditya Abhishek has completed Bachelor Of Science in Agriculture from SDSUV, Uttarakhand. He focuses on learning and delivering knowledge on Agriculture and Home Gardening. He created Agriculture Review as a common platform for all nature enthusiast to learn better practices of agriculture, gardening & shop quality products & services.

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