IBPS PO General Awareness: Rural Economics questions with solutions

Q1. According to the passage, when are Kharif crops harvested in India?

1. January to March
2. April to June
3. July to August
4. September to October

Answer: September to October

Kharif crops are sown with the onset of the monsoon and harvested after the rainy season, typically around September to October. This matches the correct option.

Q2. The floor space requirement for an adult bull in a covered area is:

1. 8
2. 12
3. 15
4. 4

Answer: 12

In livestock housing norms, an adult bull requires 12 square metres of covered floor space. This is a standard animal husbandry requirement used in rural economics and dairy management.

Q3. How has the presence of the parakeets affected the farmers financially?

1. It has led to increased profits from crop sales.
2. It has resulted in lower costs for pest control measures.
3. It has caused significant economic strain due to crop losses and pest control costs.
4. It has provided additional revenue through birdwatching tourism.

Answer: It has caused significant economic strain due to crop losses and pest control costs.

Parakeets damage crops, reducing yield and income for farmers. Farmers also spend more on pest control measures, which increases their costs. Together, these create significant financial strain.

Q4. Who is a marginal farmer?

1. Farmer owning land up to 2.5 hectares
2. Farmer owning land up to 1 hectare
3. Farmer owning land up to 4 hectares
4. Farmer owning land up to 8 hectares

Answer: Farmer owning land up to 1 hectare

In Indian rural economics, a marginal farmer is one who owns very small agricultural landholding. The standard definition used in many exams is up to 1 hectare.