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Paper 1

Time: 3 Hours) Maximum Marks: 300
INSTRUCTIONS
Each question is printed both in English and in Kannada.
Answers must be written in the medium specified (English or Kannada) in the Admission Ticket issued to you, which must be stated clearly on the cover of the answer book in the space provided for this purpose. In case ofany doubt in the Kannada text, please refer to English text.
This paper has four parts:
A 20 marks
B 100 marks
C 90 marks
D 90 marks

Marks allotted to each question are indicated in each part.
All questions in Part Part B and Part C are compulsory. Answer any three questions in Part D.

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Answer each question in about 50 words. Each question carries 5 marks.
1. What is vermicompost Briefly explain the methodology of preparing vermicompost.

How does zero-tillage differ from conventional tillage In which agro-ecological situation of India, is zero tillage largely adopted


Define contingency cropping. Discuss its relevance in dryland agriculture.


Cd) Justify the need for water users' associations In irrigation water management.
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Explain the importance of texture on soil properties, tillage practices and suitability of crops.

4.
What is subsoiling What are the implements used to overcome this problem?

5.
Elaborate on seed treatment for convenience of sowing, with suitable examples.

6.
Define criteria of essentiality of plant nutrients. How do you classify the nutrients based on functions in plants?

7.
Discuss the advantages with alternate furrow irrigation method.

8.
Highlight the differences in usage of pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides.

9.
What are the advantages in mixed cropping?

10.
Discuss the merits and demerits of shoot rearing of late age silkworms.

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Answer each question in about 150 words. Each question carries 15 marks.
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Give an account of components of sustainable agricultural systems.

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What do you understand by Farming Systems Research concept?

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What are the ill-effects of soil erosion?

15.
Discuss on myths and concerns of organic farming in India.

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Critically evaluate the role of NABARD in promotion and development of agriculture and rural development.

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Answer any three of the following questions, each m about 300 words. Each question carries 30 marks.
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Briefly explain the cultivation practices of redgram.

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Present day's rural development programs in India are blend of several programs launched in the past. Justify.

20.
Discuss the strengths, weaknesses of Primary Agricultural Cooperative Credit Societies (PACS) in India.

21.
Write briefly on systems of farming classified based on land ownership and sharing of returns.

22.
Discuss the salient features of National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA).



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Paper 2

Time: 3 Hours] Maximum Marks: 300
INSTRUCTIONS
Each question is printed both in English and in Kannada.
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D 90 marks

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All questions in Part Part B and Part C are compulsory. Answer any three questions in Part D.


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1. Differentiate between hereditary and environmental variations and give one example for each.

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What is back cross method of breeding? Under what circumstances IS this method used? List the requirements for this method of breeding.

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How do you utilize Cytoplasmic-Genetic male sterility in Plant Breeding?

4.
Define Biological control of plant diseases and write the mechanisms involved in it.

5.
Briefly explain cultural methods of eradication of diseases.

6.
Schematically describe the light reaction of photosynthesis.

7.
Explain the mechanisms of translocation of water in plants.

8.
Define Integrated Pest Management. Mention the components of IPM and concepts.

9.
Why are surface sterilization and incubation of silkworm eggs practiced in grainages

10.
Briefly discuss the selection and preservation of seed cocoons in grainage.

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Elaborate on Targeted PDS in India.



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Distinguish between sex influenced and sex limited characters. Give ooe example for each. How do these two phenomena differ from sex linked characters

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What are hybrids Mention different types of hybrids and their method of production.

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What is quality seed How is seed production different from crop production Indicate the general principles of seed production.

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How are insects classified based on their economic importance What is a pest and what is the difference between a regular pest and an endemic pest?

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19.
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20.
Explain various factors affecting the varietal deterioration.

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What is food preservation Discuss food spoilage and principal methods of fruits and vegetables preservation.

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