Cultivation of Pod Vegetables & Okra (Pea, French bean, Cowpea, Cluster bean, Dolichos bean)
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Question No. 1
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Which of the following diseases in Bhendi (Okra) is primarily transmitted by the vector
Bemisia tabaci
?
A.
Powdery Mildew
B.
Cercospora Leaf Spot
C.
Yellow Vein Mosaic Virus
D.
Fusarium Wilt
Question No. 2
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Identify the botanical name of Cluster bean from the options below, which is also known for its gum production.
A.
Vigna unguiculata
B.
Pisum sativum
C.
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
D.
Phaseolus vulgaris
Question No. 3
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Consider the following statements regarding the cultivation of French Bean (
Phaseolus vulgaris
):
1. Bush type varieties are generally indeterminate in growth habit.
2. Pole type varieties require staking or support.
3. It performs best in cool, moist weather conditions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
1 and 2 only
B.
2 only
C.
2 and 3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3
Question No. 4
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Pusa Komal is a widely grown variety of which pod vegetable, known for its resistance to bacterial blight?
A.
Pea
B.
Cowpea
C.
French Bean
D.
Dolichos Bean
Question No. 5
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Which nutrient deficiency in leguminous vegetables like peas and beans typically causes chlorosis (yellowing) of older leaves first, followed by stunting and reduced pod set?
A.
Iron
B.
Manganese
C.
Nitrogen
D.
Boron
Question No. 6
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Match the following pod vegetables with their suitable root zone temperature for optimal growth:
Vegetable
Temperature Range (°C)
1. Pea
a. 25-30
2. Okra
b. 13-18
3. Cowpea
c. 20-25
A.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
B.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
C.
1-c, 2-a, 3-b
D.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
Question No. 7
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The primary objective of 'nipping' or 'topping' in certain pod vegetables like peas is to:
A.
Control viral diseases
B.
Promote lateral branching and increase pod yield
C.
Reduce water requirement
D.
Enhance root development
Question No. 8
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Which of the following is an effective cultural practice to manage powdery mildew in peas?
A.
Application of systemic insecticides
B.
Using resistant varieties and proper spacing
C.
High nitrogen fertilization
D.
Frequent overhead irrigation
Question No. 9
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The presence of a thick, mucilaginous substance in Okra pods, which is used as a thickening agent in cooking, is due to the high content of:
A.
Antioxidants
B.
Dietary fiber and pectin
C.
Vitamin C
D.
Carotenoids
Question No. 10
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Arka Anamika is a widely accepted variety of Okra which is notable for its:
A.
Resistance to root-knot nematodes
B.
Tolerance to drought conditions
C.
Spineless fruits and resistance to YVMV
D.
Early maturity and high chilling tolerance
Question No. 11
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Which of the following pod vegetables is considered a good source of protein, dietary fiber, and is often grown as a cover crop or for green manure due to its nitrogen-fixing ability?
A.
Pea
B.
French Bean
C.
Dolichos Bean
D.
Cowpea
Question No. 12
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The optimum pH range for the cultivation of most pod vegetables (Pea, French bean, Cowpea, Cluster bean, Dolichos bean, Okra) generally falls within:
A.
3.5 - 4.5
B.
5.0 - 6.0
C.
6.0 - 7.5
D.
8.0 - 9.0
Question No. 13
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Consider the following diseases of pod vegetables:
1. Rust
2. Anthracnose
3. Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV)
Which of these are significant diseases affecting French bean cultivation?
A.
1 only
B.
1 and 2 only
C.
2 and 3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3
Question No. 14
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Which of the following is the botanical name for Dolichos bean, also commonly known as Lablab bean or Hyacinth bean?
A.
Vicia faba
B.
Lablab purpureus
C.
Macrotyloma uniflorum
D.
Canavalia gladiata
Question No. 15
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The recommended method for harvesting Okra pods for fresh market consumption is usually:
A.
Harvesting when pods are fully mature and hard
B.
Picking young, tender pods when they are 5-10 cm long, typically 3-5 days after flowering
C.
Using mechanical harvesters for large-scale production
D.
Leaving pods on the plant until they dry for seed collection
Question No. 16
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Which insect pest is a common and serious problem in Okra, damaging both shoots and developing fruits by boring into them?
A.
Aphids
B.
Jassids
C.
Fruit and shoot borer (
Earias vitella
)
D.
Leaf miner
Question No. 17
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Consider the following stages in the life cycle of a pea plant:
1. Flowering
2. Pod Development
3. Germination
4. Vegetative Growth
Which of the following represents the correct chronological order of these stages?
A.
3, 4, 1, 2
B.
4, 3, 1, 2
C.
3, 1, 4, 2
D.
1, 3, 4, 2
Question No. 18
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The main purpose of inoculating seeds of leguminous pod vegetables with Rhizobium culture before sowing is to:
A.
Protect seeds from fungal diseases
B.
Promote faster seed germination
C.
Enhance nitrogen fixation in the root nodules
D.
Increase resistance to insect pests
Question No. 19
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Which of the following is a determinate variety of pea, known for its early maturity and dwarf growth habit?
A.
Arkel
B.
Bonneville
C.
Alderman
D.
Lincoln
Question No. 20
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Excessive nitrogen application in pod vegetables, especially at the flowering stage, can lead to:
A.
Enhanced pod filling
B.
Increased resistance to diseases
C.
Reduced flowering and increased vegetative growth ('lodging')
D.
Improved drought tolerance
Question No. 21
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The term 'snap bean' is commonly used to refer to which of the following pod vegetables, harvested when the pods are still tender and crisp?
A.
Pea
B.
Cowpea
C.
French Bean
D.
Cluster Bean
Question No. 22
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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the water requirement of Okra (Bhendi)?
A.
Okra requires continuous waterlogging for optimal growth.
B.
It is highly drought-tolerant and requires minimal irrigation.
C.
Okra requires moderate irrigation, with critical stages being flowering and pod development.
D.
Daily heavy irrigation is necessary throughout its growth cycle.
Question No. 23
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The post-harvest technique of 'pre-cooling' is particularly beneficial for which of the following fresh pod vegetables to extend shelf life and reduce respiration rates?
A.
Dried peas for storage
B.
Freshly harvested green peas and French beans
C.
Mature Okra pods for seed extraction
D.
Fully ripened Dolichos beans
Question No. 24
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Aphis craccivora
, commonly known as the cowpea aphid, causes damage to cowpea plants primarily by:
A.
Boring into the pods
B.
Feeding on roots, causing wilting
C.
Sucking sap from tender shoots and transmitting viruses
D.
Defoliating leaves completely
Question No. 25
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Which variety of Cluster bean (Guar) is known for its suitability for cultivation across different seasons and high yield?
A.
Pusa Sadabahar
B.
Pusa Chetak
C.
Pusa Navbahar
D.
Pusa Vishal
Question No. 26
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Consider the following statements about Dolichos bean (
Lablab purpureus
):
1. It is primarily grown as a cool-season crop.
2. Both young pods and dry seeds are edible.
3. Some varieties are perennial.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
1 and 2 only
B.
2 and 3 only
C.
1 and 3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3
Question No. 27
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A common symptom of Zinc deficiency in Okra is:
A.
Purpling of older leaves
B.
Interveinal chlorosis on younger leaves and 'little leaf' symptom
C.
General yellowing of entire plant
D.
Marginal scorching of older leaves
Question No. 28
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What is the primary harvesting criterion for pods of garden pea (
Pisum sativum
) intended for fresh consumption?
A.
Pods become tough and fibrous, turning yellow.
B.
Pods are fully mature and dry, suitable for splitting.
C.
Pods are well-filled but still tender, succulent, and bright green.
D.
Pods show initial signs of disease infection.
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