Which of the following is correct about the Accelerated Pulses Production Program? I-It is 100 % funding by the Union Ministry of Agriculture and implemented under the NFSM-Pulses. II-It aims to demonstrate plant nutrients and plant protection centric improved technologies and management practices in compact units of 1000 hectares each for five major pulse crops.

Which of the following is correct about the Accelerated Pulses Production Program? I-It is 100 % funding by the Union Ministry of Agriculture and implemented under the NFSM-Pulses. II-It aims to demonstrate plant nutrients and plant protection centric improved technologies and management practices in compact units of 1000 hectares each for five major pulse crops. Correct Answer <p>Both I and II</p>

The correct option is 3 i.e., Both I and II.

Accelerated Pulses Production Program:

  • It is 100 % funding by the Union Ministry of Agriculture and implemented under the NFSM-Pulses.
  • It aims to demonstrate plant nutrients and plant protection centric improved technologies and management practices in compact units of 1000 hectares each for five major pulse crops.
  • It has been conceptualized to take up the active propagation of key technologies such as Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) and Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Five major pulse crops:

  • Bengal gram,
  • Black gram (Urdbean)
  • Red gram (Arhar)
  • Green gram (Moongbean)
  • Lentil (Masur).

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