Agriculture & Rural Current Affairs Quiz — Last 12 months
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How much was transferred to farmers under the 23rd instalment of PM-KISAN, released by PM Modi on 20 June 2026?
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Correct answer: D — More than ₹18,880 crore
More than ₹18,880 crore was transferred to over 9.44 crore farmers.
What was the theme of Paschimbanga Divas (West Bengal Day) 2026?
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Correct answer: B — West Bengal: Heritage, Harmony and Development
The theme was 'West Bengal: Heritage, Harmony and Development'.
Consider the following statements about PM-KISAN: 1. The scheme was launched on 24 February 2019. 2. Each eligible farmer family receives ₹6,000 a year in three equal instalments of ₹2,000 through DBT. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as stated in the PIB backgrounder on the 23rd instalment.
Where were the State-level Paschimbanga Divas celebrations attended by PM Modi held on 20 June 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Tarakeswar, Hooghly
The State-level celebrations were held at Tarakeswar, Hooghly, a place associated with Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee.
APEDA facilitated the first-ever commercial export of dried whole egg powder from Balangir, Odisha, to which country (announced 20 June 2026)?
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Correct answer: C — Austria
The first-ever shipment of dried whole egg powder from Balangir, Odisha, went to Austria.
What was the size of the first dried whole egg powder consignment from Odisha to Austria, flagged off by APEDA?
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Correct answer: D — 22.6 metric tonnes
The consignment comprised 22.6 metric tonnes of dried whole egg powder.
Which State emerged as the biggest beneficiary of the PSS procurement approvals for pulses and oilseeds on 18 June 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is the biggest beneficiary, with moong, urad and groundnut approvals worth over ₹1,490 crore at MSP.
Under the June 2026 PSS approvals, how much moong procurement was approved for Gujarat for the Summer 2026 season?
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Correct answer: B — 18,250 MT
18,250 MT of moong was approved for Gujarat, with an MSP value of over ₹160 crore.
Consider the following statements about the PSS approvals of 18 June 2026: 1. Tamil Nadu's moong procurement limit for RMS 2025-26 was raised from 885 MT to 990 MT. 2. Haryana received approval for procurement of 2,115 MT of moong. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Ministry of Agriculture release.
Where is the Integrated Aqua Park whose foundation stone was laid on 15 June 2026 under PMMSY?
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Correct answer: B — Vanasaur Fish Seed Farm, Bhojpur, Bihar
The Integrated Aqua Park is at Vanasaur Fish Seed Farm, Bhojpur, approved at ₹31.21 crore under PMMSY.
According to the Fisheries Ministry (June 2026), Bihar has moved up from 9th to which position among inland fish-producing states?
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Correct answer: C — 4th
Fish production in Bihar has more than doubled, moving the state from 9th to 4th among inland fish-producing states.
Consider the following statements about the fisheries initiatives in Bihar on 15 June 2026: 1. The Integrated Aqua Park has been approved at ₹31.21 crore under PMMSY. 2. An NFDB Regional Centre was inaugurated at Patna. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2
Both are stated in the Fisheries Ministry release of 15 June 2026.
According to the Department of Fertilizers (June 2026), India's domestic urea production reached an all-time high of how much in 2023-24?
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Correct answer: B — 314.07 LMT
Urea production rose from 225 LMT in 2014-15 to a record 314.07 LMT in 2023-24.
Consider the following statements based on the Department of Fertilizers note of June 2026: 1. Six new mega urea plants set up since 2014 have added annual capacity of 76.2 LMT. 2. P&K fertiliser manufacturing reached a record 211.22 LMT in 2024-25. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2
Both figures are given in the Department of Fertilizers release.
Where did Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan lay the foundation stone of a model Krishi Vigyan Kendra on 14 June 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Berkhedi Jetu, Vidisha
The model KVK foundation stone was laid at Berkhedi Jetu in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh.
The model Krishi Vigyan Kendra at Vidisha is planned as a live laboratory of modern farming over what area?
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Correct answer: D — 49 acres
The model KVK is described as a 49-acre live laboratory of modern farming.
The scientific farming roadmap presented at Vidisha on 14 June 2026 covers which group of Madhya Pradesh districts?
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Correct answer: B — Vidisha, Raisen, Sehore, Dewas
The roadmap is for Vidisha, Raisen, Sehore and Dewas districts, with a focus on integrated farming.
Where was the 16th BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting held on 12–13 June 2026 under India's Presidency?
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Correct answer: C — Indore
The meeting was held in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and adopted the Indore Declaration.
Which institution will provide initial coordination for the BRICS Network of Centres of Excellence on Agroecology and Regenerative Agriculture agreed at Indore?
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Correct answer: A — ICAR–Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research, Modipuram
Initial coordination is by ICAR-IIFSR, Modipuram, which will also serve as the Centre of Excellence on Natural Farming in India.
In the BRICS 'AGRIN' Framework agreed at Indore in June 2026, what does AGRIN stand for?
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Correct answer: D — Agro-Inputs, Genetic Resources and Information Network
AGRIN stands for Agro-Inputs, Genetic Resources and Information Network, to strengthen collaboration on seeds, inputs and genetic resources.
Consider the following statements about the outcomes of the 16th BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting (June 2026): 1. The Joint Declaration was adopted unanimously. 2. A Global Forum on Farmers' Rights in Seed Systems was launched. 3. Members agreed to transform the BRICS Agricultural Research Platform into a 'Knowledge-to-Action Hub'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1, 2 and 3
All three are stated in the Ministry of Agriculture release of 13 June 2026.
Under which provision has the National Biodiversity Authority reconstituted its Expert Committee on Agrobiodiversity (June 2026)?
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Correct answer: C — Section 13(1) of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002
The committee was reconstituted under Section 13(1) of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, for one year.
Consider the following statements about the NBA's Expert Committee on Agrobiodiversity (June 2026): 1. It has been reconstituted for a period of one year. 2. Dr P. L. Gautam, a former Chairperson of both the NBA and PPVFRA, is its Chair. 3. The Chairperson of PPVFRA serves as its Co-Chair. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
All three are stated in the Ministry of Environment release. The committee has advised the NBA since 2005.
According to the Second Advance Estimates of 2025-26 released in June 2026, total horticulture production in India is estimated at about how much?
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Correct answer: C — 3,777.76 lakh tonne
Total horticulture production for 2025-26 is estimated at 3,777.76 lakh tonne; 3,707.38 lakh tonne was the 2024-25 final figure.
Consider the following statements about the Second Advance Estimates of horticulture for 2025-26: 1. Fruit production is expected to grow faster than vegetable production. 2. Onion production is estimated to be higher than in 2024-25. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Fruits are expected to grow 3.25% against 1.47% for vegetables, so statement 1 is correct. Onion is estimated at 307.37 lakh tonne against 307.67 lakh tonne in 2024-25, a slight fall, so statement 2 is wrong.
As per the 2025-26 Second Advance Estimates, which vegetable has the largest estimated production among onion, potato and tomato?
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Correct answer: B — Potato
Potato is estimated at 598.89 lakh tonne, ahead of onion (307.37) and tomato (214.61).
India secured continued EU market access beyond September 2026 for which group of products?
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Correct answer: B — Aquaculture products, eggs, honey and animal casings
India was included on the EU list of countries authorised to export aquaculture products, eggs, honey and animal casings.
The EU amended Regulation (EU) 2021/405 through Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1189 in view of concerns over:
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Correct answer: D — Antimicrobial Resistance
The amendment was made in view of growing concerns relating to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).
The first export consignment of GI-tagged Tezpur Litchi from Assam, facilitated by APEDA on 7 June 2026, was sent to:
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Correct answer: A — Dubai
APEDA facilitated the first export consignment of GI-tagged Tezpur Litchi from Assam to Dubai.
What was the size of the first export consignment of Tezpur Litchi sent on 7 June 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 1 metric tonne
The consignment was of one metric tonne.
Consider the following statements about the Tezpur Litchi export of 7 June 2026: 1. APEDA, which facilitated it, functions under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. 2. Growers linked to the export chain received nearly 10% higher prices than prevailing domestic rates. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — Both 1 and 2
Both are stated in the Commerce Ministry release.
On 7 June 2026, Haryana announced a 2,000-acre natural farming cluster under the 'Smart Agriculture' initiative in which district?
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Correct answer: B — Kurukshetra
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced the 2,000-acre cluster in Kurukshetra district with Haryana Agricultural University.
Consider the following statements about Haryana's natural farming announcements of 7 June 2026: 1. About 800 acres of Agriculture Department land will be leased only to farmers taking up natural and organic farming for at least 10 years. 2. Morni block will be developed as a model natural and organic farming block. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2
Both are reported by The Tribune and The Times of India from the Kurukshetra programme.
The first commercial consignment of fresh mangoes from Jharkhand, flagged off on 4 June 2026, was exported to:
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Correct answer: A — United Kingdom
APEDA flagged off the first consignment of fresh mangoes from Jharkhand to London, United Kingdom.
Which mango variety was exported in the first consignment from Jharkhand to the UK in June 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Amrapali
The consignment comprised 1.5 metric tonnes of fresh Amrapali mangoes.
Consider the following statements about the Jharkhand mango export of June 2026: 1. The mangoes were sourced from an all-women Farmer Producer Company in Simdega district. 2. The consignment was flagged off in Ranchi. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct (Beura FPC, Bano block, Simdega). The flag-off ceremony was held in Kolkata, not Ranchi.
The national 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' was to begin on 1 June 2026 from Ramsiya village in which district of Madhya Pradesh?
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Correct answer: D — Raisen
The campaign was to commence on 1 June 2026 from Ramsiya village in Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh.
Consider the following statements about the 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' (2026): 1. Its roadmap includes balanced fertiliser use, natural farming and action against fake fertilisers and seeds. 2. It is being led by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
The campaign is led by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare); its roadmap covers balanced fertiliser use, natural farming and action against fake inputs.
In May 2026, the Centre temporarily exempted all customs duties on imports of which commodity from 1 June to 31 October 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Cotton
All customs duties on import of cotton were exempted from 1 June 2026 till 31 October 2026.
Till what date does the temporary customs duty exemption on cotton imports, notified on 30 May 2026, remain in force?
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Correct answer: C — 31 October 2026
The exemption applies from 1 June 2026 till 31 October 2026.
As per IMD's updated forecast of 29 May 2026, the 2026 southwest monsoon seasonal rainfall over India is likely to be what percentage of the Long Period Average?
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Correct answer: B — 90%
IMD forecast seasonal rainfall at 90% of the LPA with a model error of ±4%.
The Long Period Average (LPA) of India's southwest monsoon seasonal rainfall, based on 1971–2020 data, is:
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Correct answer: B — 87 cm
IMD states that the LPA of seasonal rainfall over the country based on 1971–2020 data is 87 cm.
Consider the following statements about IMD's updated monsoon forecast (May 2026): 1. El Niño conditions are likely to develop during the monsoon season. 2. A positive Indian Ocean Dipole is expected to develop during the season. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
IMD said El Niño is likely to develop during the season, while neutral IOD conditions are likely to continue.
IMD's 2026 updated forecast gave what probability for below-normal or less rainfall for the country as a whole?
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Correct answer: C — 84%
The five-category probability forecast suggests an 84% probability of below normal or less rainfall.
According to the Union Agriculture Minister at the Kharif Conclave-2026, India's foodgrain production has exceeded:
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Correct answer: C — 3,765 lakh tonnes
Shivraj Singh Chouhan said foodgrain production has exceeded 3,765 lakh tonnes.
At the Kharif Conclave-2026, India was said to have become the world's largest producer of rice by surpassing which country?
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Correct answer: C — China
The Agriculture Minister said India has become the world's No. 1 in rice production, surpassing China.
Consider the following statements about the Kharif Conclave-2026: 1. It was held at the NASC Complex, Pusa, New Delhi. 2. Regional agriculture conferences ahead of it were held at Jaipur, Lucknow and Bhubaneswar. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
The conclave was held at NASC Complex, Pusa, on 28–29 May 2026; regional conferences had been held at Jaipur, Lucknow and Bhubaneswar.
As per the Third Advance Estimates 2025-26 (May 2026), India's total foodgrain production is estimated at about:
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Correct answer: C — 376.6 million tonnes
Foodgrain production is estimated at a record 376.563 million tonnes; 357.732 million tonnes was the 2024-25 figure.
Which crop recorded the largest absolute increase in production in the Third Advance Estimates 2025-26, rising by about 11.7 million tonnes over 2024-25?
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Correct answer: A — Maize
Maize rose to a record 55.093 MT from 43.409 MT (+11.684 MT); rice rose by 3.84 MT and wheat by 2.712 MT.
Consider the following statements about the Third Advance Estimates 2025-26: 1. Rice production is estimated to be higher than wheat production. 2. Foodgrain production is estimated to be more than 10% higher than in 2024-25. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Rice (154.024 MT) exceeds wheat (120.657 MT); foodgrain output is up about 5.3%, not more than 10%.
In the Third Advance Estimates 2025-26, which crop's production is estimated at a record 500.063 million tonnes?
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Correct answer: D — Sugarcane
Sugarcane production is estimated at a record 500.063 million tonnes.
'Mission Queen Pineapple', a ₹236 crore initiative launched in May 2026, is for which State?
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Correct answer: B — Tripura
The Mission was launched by DoNER Minister Scindia with the Tripura CM for Tripura's GI-tagged Queen Pineapple.
Consider the following statements about Mission Queen Pineapple (May 2026): 1. It is anchored by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region. 2. The Queen Pineapple it promotes is GI-tagged. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
The Mission is anchored by MDoNER and promotes Tripura's GI-tagged Queen Pineapple.
At the North-East regional review meeting of the Fisheries Ministry in May 2026, fisheries projects worth about ₹32.15 crore were inaugurated/launched in which State?
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Correct answer: B — Mizoram
The meeting was held in Aizawl, and projects worth about ₹32.15 crore under PMMSY and FIDF were inaugurated and their foundation laid in Mizoram.
As per the Fisheries Ministry (May 2026), which State/UT was India's leading trout-producing region in 2024-25?
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Correct answer: D — Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir led with around 3,010 MT of trout in 2024-25, supported by the Kokernag hatchery.
Where did the Ministry of Cooperation hold its regional workshop on 2 lakh new cooperatives and the World's Largest Grain Storage Plan on 22 May 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Raipur
The regional workshop was organised at Raipur, Chhattisgarh, with officials from six Eastern and Central States.
Which UN agency conferred its Agricola Medal for 2026 on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
FAO conferred the Agricola Medal for 2026 at its headquarters in Rome on 20 May 2026.
Who presented the Agricola Medal 2026 to PM Modi at FAO Headquarters?
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Correct answer: D — Qu Dongyu
PIB: the Prime Minister received the award from Dr Qu Dongyu, Director General of FAO.
According to the Prime Minister's remarks at FAO, about how many climate-resilient crop varieties has India developed in the last 10 years?
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Correct answer: B — 3,000
The Prime Minister stated that India had developed around 3,000 climate-resilient crop varieties in the last 10 years.
What is the approximate outlay of the 'Mission on Arunachal Kiwi: The USP of Arunachal Pradesh' launched in May 2026?
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Correct answer: A — ₹167 crore
PIB: the mission has an outlay of approximately ₹167 crore.
Which of the following is NOT among the areas listed for the cluster-level post-harvest hubs of the Arunachal Kiwi Mission?
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Correct answer: C — Tawang
The hubs are across Ziro Valley (Lower Subansiri), Dirang and Kalaktang (West Kameng), Shi Yomi and Dibang Valley. Tawang is not listed.
Which of the following states was NOT among those represented at the Eastern Regional Agriculture Conference in Bhubaneswar in May 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Assam
The conference brought together Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and West Bengal. Assam was not listed.
What is the outlay of Mission 'Coffees of Nagaland' launched in May 2026?
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Correct answer: B — ₹175 crore
PIB: the mission has an outlay of Rs. 175 crores.
Under Mission 'Coffees of Nagaland', the pilot cluster for Robusta coffee is at:
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Correct answer: C — Ghotovi village, Niuland district
Ghotovi village in Niuland district is the Robusta cluster; Tuophema in Kohima district is the Arabica cluster.
How many customs ports have been digitally integrated to facilitate import of agricultural commodities, as reviewed by the Agriculture Ministry in May 2026?
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Correct answer: D — 649
The ministry said all 649 customs ports have been digitally integrated to facilitate import of agricultural commodities.
Under the May 2026 reforms, what replaces the physical leaflets supplied with household pesticide products?
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Correct answer: C — QR codes on product labels
Physical leaflets have been discontinued and replaced with QR codes directly on product labels.
Where is the Madhur Dairy plant inaugurated by Amit Shah on 17 May 2026 located?
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Correct answer: D — Dashela, Gandhinagar
The new Madhur Dairy plant is at Dashela in Gandhinagar district, Gujarat.
What is the present milk-processing capacity of Madhur Dairy's new Dashela plant (May 2026)?
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Correct answer: A — 2.5 lakh litres per day
The plant can process 2.5 lakh litres of milk per day now, to be expanded to 5 lakh litres per day in future.
In which year did Madhur Dairy begin its journey, as stated by Amit Shah in May 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 1971
Madhur Dairy began in 1971 with milk collection of 6,000 litres and a turnover of ₹7,000.
Where will the Indo-Dutch Centre of Excellence for Flowers be established, as per the outcomes of PM Modi's visit to the Netherlands (May 2026)?
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Correct answer: A — West Tripura
The list of outcomes includes the establishment of an Indo-Dutch Centre of Excellence for Flowers in West Tripura.
The Indo-Dutch Centre of Excellence on Training in Dairy, agreed in May 2026, will be set up at which institution?
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Correct answer: C — Centre of Excellence for Animal Husbandry (CEAH), Bengaluru
The outcomes list the Indo-Dutch CoE on Training in Dairy at the Centre of Excellence for Animal Husbandry (CEAH), Bengaluru.
Which Statehood Day did Sikkim celebrate on 16 May 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 51st
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan addressed Sikkim's 51st Statehood Day celebrations in Gangtok.
At Sikkim's Statehood Day event in May 2026, the Vice President paid tribute to which person as the first Chief Minister of Sikkim?
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Correct answer: D — Kazi Lhendup Dorjee
The Vice President paid tribute to Kazi Lhendup Dorjee, the first Chief Minister of Sikkim.
The 'Mission Sikkim Organics' initiative highlighted on Sikkim's Statehood Day 2026 is worth how much and is expected to benefit how many farmer families?
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Correct answer: A — ₹360 crore; over 66,000 families
DoNER said the ₹360 crore Mission Sikkim Organics initiative, anchored in MDoNER's ₹85 crore contribution, will benefit over 66,000 farmer families.