IBPS PO General Awareness: Rural Development and Agriculture questions with solutions

Q1. As per the 2nd Advance Estimates, released in May 2018, the total horticulture production of the country is estimated to be ______ tonnes during 2017–18, which is 2.2% higher than the previous year.

1. 307.2
2. 315
3. 420
4. 257.5

Answer: 307.2

The 2nd Advance Estimates for 2017–18 placed India’s total horticulture production at 307.2 million tonnes. The question directly asks for that reported estimate, which is 2.2% higher than the previous year.