Latest Agri-MCQs on Current Agriculture Affairs in Pakistan (700 Important MCQs)
Following are some important MCQs on Current Agriculture Affairs for preparation of PPSC Agriculture Test 2026:
1. According to the Pakistan Economic Survey 2024-25, what is the current share of Agriculture in Pakistan’s GDP?
A. 19.5%
B. 23.54%
C. 26.0%
D. 15.2%
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Pakistan Economic Survey 2024-25, Chapter 2.
2. Which sector showed the highest growth rate (4.72%) within agriculture during the fiscal year 2024-25?
A. Major Crops
B. Forestry
C. Livestock
D. Fishing
Correct Answer: C
Reference: Pakistan Economic Survey 2024-25, Agriculture Highlights.
3. The “Green Tractor Scheme” launched in 2024-25 to subsidize farm mechanization is an initiative of which provincial government?
A. Sindh
B. Punjab
C. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
D. Balochistan
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Punjab Government Agriculture Department Initiative 2024.
4. What is the main cause of the “Smog” phenomenon in Punjab during November-December, leading to government restrictions on farmers?
A. Excessive fertilizer use
B. Burning of Rice Stubble (Parali)
C. Cotton picking
D. Wheat sowing
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Punjab Environment Protection Department / PDMA Notifications 2025.
5. Pakistan is currently the 4th largest producer of which livestock product in the world?
A. Beef
B. Milk
C. Poultry
D. Wool
Correct Answer: B
Reference: FAO Statistics & Economic Survey of Pakistan.
6. Which major crop faced a significant production decline (over 30%) in 2024-25 due to Whitefly attacks and Climate Change?
A. Sugarcane
B. Maize
C. Cotton
D. Potato
Correct Answer: C
Reference: Pakistan Central Cotton Committee (PCCC) Report 2024-25.
7. To combat the high cost of electricity for irrigation, the Federal and Provincial governments are currently subsidizing:
A. Diesel Generators
B. Solarization of Tubewells
C. Wind Turbines
D. Biogas plants
Correct Answer: B
Reference: PM Kissan Package / Provincial Solar Schemes 2024-25.
8. What was the approximate Wheat production in Pakistan for the 2024-25 season?
A. 28.98 Million Tons
B. 35.0 Million Tons
C. 22.5 Million Tons
D. 40.0 Million Tons
Correct Answer: A
Reference: Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) Crop Data 2025.
9. Which Pakistani Rice variety recently saw a boom in exports (crossing $3 Billion) due to restrictions on Indian rice exports?
A. IRRI-6
B. Basmati and Non-Basmati
C. Kainat 1121 only
D. Super Kernel
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) Export Data 2024-25.
10. “Pink Bollworm” is the primary enemy of which crop in Pakistan?
A. Wheat
B. Cotton
C. Rice
D. Maize
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Department of Plant Protection, Pakistan.
11. The “Kissan Card” initiative in Punjab (2024-25) provides loans primarily for:
A. Buying Motorcycles
B. Purchasing Agricultural Inputs (Seeds/Fertilizer/Sprays)
C. Building houses
D. Marriage grants
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Bank of Punjab / Agriculture Department Kissan Card Policy.
12. As of early 2026, Pakistan imports approximately $4.5 Billion worth of which agricultural commodity annually?
A. Wheat
B. Edible Oil (Palm/Soybean)
C. Sugar
D. Mangoes
Correct Answer: B
Reference: State Bank of Pakistan Import Data Reports.
13. What is the standard recommended seed rate for Wheat sowing in Pakistan (late sowing)?
A. 20-25 kg/acre
B. 50-60 kg/acre
C. 80-90 kg/acre
D. 10 kg/acre
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Ayub Agricultural Research Institute (AARI) Wheat Guidelines.
14. The term “Happy Seeder” is associated with which agricultural practice?
A. Harvesting Mangoes
B. Zero-Tillage Wheat Sowing (to avoid burning stubble)
C. Spraying pesticides by drone
D. Milking cows
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Mechanization Research Institute, Pakistan.
15. Which province is the largest producer of “Onion” and “Chilli” in Pakistan?
A. Punjab
B. Sindh
C. KPK
D. Gilgit Baltistan
Correct Answer: B
Reference: MNFSR Fruit & Vegetable Statistics.
Category: Corporate Farming & New Initiatives (SIFC/LIMS)
16. The “Green Pakistan Initiative” launched recently aims to modernize agriculture under the umbrella of which body?
A. PARC (Pakistan Agricultural Research Council)
B. SIFC (Special Investment Facilitation Council)
C. FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization)
D. Zarai Taraqiati Bank
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Ministry of Information & Broadcasting / SIFC Official Reports 2024.
17. What is the primary function of the newly established “LIMS” (Land Information and Management System) in Pakistan?
A. To distribute free seeds
B. To give loans to farmers
C. To provide real-time satellite data on soil, water, and crop health
D. To export wheat
Correct Answer: C
Reference: LIMS Secretariat / Pakistan Army & Govt Joint Initiative 2024.
18. Which country has recently signed multiple G2G (Government to Government) agreements with Pakistan to invest in corporate farming (2024-25)?
A. Turkey
B. Saudi Arabia & UAE
C. Malaysia
D. Iran
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Board of Investment (BOI) Pakistan, Foreign Direct Investment Reports.
Category: Major Crops & Current Issues (2024-25)
19. The “Wheat Import Scandal” of 2024, which caused a crash in local prices, involved the unnecessary import of approximately how much wheat?
A. 0.5 Million Tons
B. 3.5 Million Tons
C. 10 Million Tons
D. 50,000 Tons
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Ministry of National Food Security & Research (Inquiry Committee Report 2024).
20. Which disease recently caused a significant decline in the quality and export of Pakistani “Kinnow” (Mandarin)?
A. Citrus Canker & Fruit Fly
B. Root Rot
C. Leaf Curl Virus
D. Rust
Correct Answer: A
Reference: Sargodha Citrus Research Institute / PHDEC Reports.
21. Pakistan’s average yield per acre for Wheat is approximately ______, which is significantly lower than the global average.
A. 60-70 Maunds
B. 30-32 Maunds (approx. 1.2 tons)
C. 15 Maunds
D. 100 Maunds
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Pakistan Economic Survey 2024-25 / AARI Data.
22. Which crop consumes the maximum amount of available irrigation water in Pakistan?
A. Wheat
B. Sugarcane
C. Rice
D. Maize
Correct Answer: B
Reference: PCRWR (Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources) Water Footprint Reports.
(Note: Sugarcane is the most water-intensive per hectare, though Rice uses standing water).
23. The “2025 Cotton Target” set by the Federal Committee on Agriculture (FCA) is approximately:
A. 8 Million Bales
B. 10.8 Million Bales
C. 15 Million Bales
D. 20 Million Bales
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Federal Committee on Agriculture (FCA) Meeting Minutes 2025.
24. The massive import bill of “Edible Oil” (Palm & Soybean) costs Pakistan approximately how much annually?
A. $1 Billion
B. $2.5 Billion
C. $4.5 Billion
D. $8 Billion
Correct Answer: C
Reference: State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Import Data FY24-25.
25. “Canola” and “Sunflower” cultivation is being promoted by the government primarily to:
A. Reduce the import bill of Edible Oil
B. Increase honey production
C. Use as animal fodder only
D. Beautify highways
Correct Answer: A
Reference: National Oilseed Enhancement Program (PSD).
Category: Fertilizers, Soil & Water
26. What is the approximate pH value of the majority of Pakistani soil?
A. Acidic (pH < 6)
B. Neutral (pH = 7)
C. Basic/Alkaline (pH > 7.5 to 8.5)
D. Highly Acidic (pH < 4)
Correct Answer: C
Reference: Soil Fertility Research Institute, Punjab.
27. The sharp rise in DAP fertilizer prices (crossing Rs 13,000/bag) is mainly due to:
A. Local factory shutdowns only
B. Global Phos Acid prices & Currency Devaluation (Dollar rate)
C. Low demand
D. Government ban on DAP
Correct Answer: B
Reference: NFDC (National Fertilizer Development Centre) Reports 2025.
28. Which essential micronutrient deficiency is most common in Pakistani soils, affecting crop yields (Zinc deficiency)?
A. Iron
B. Zinc
C. Copper
D. Magnesium
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) Soil Analysis Reports.
29. The “Rabi” cropping season in Pakistan generally starts in:
A. April – June
B. October – December
C. January – March
D. July – September
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Pakistan Meteorological Department / Agriculture Dept.
30. Which river is the main source of water for the Indus Basin Irrigation System?
A. River Jhelum
B. River Indus
C. River Chenab
D. River Ravi
Correct Answer: B
Reference: IRSA (Indus River System Authority).
Category: Technology & Modern Practices
31. “Tunnel Farming” is most popularly used in Pakistan for growing:
A. Wheat and Rice
B. Off-season Vegetables (Cucumber, Tomato, Capsicum)
C. Sugarcane
D. Cotton
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Directorate of Agriculture Extension (Punjab/Sindh).
32. What is the primary benefit of “Drip Irrigation” subsidized by the government?
A. It looks good
B. It uses 90% more water
C. It saves 40-60% water and delivers fertilizer directly to roots
D. It kills weeds
Correct Answer: C
Reference: On Farm Water Management (OFWM) Guidelines.
33. A “Drone Sprayer” is most effective for which type of crop issue?
A. Sowing seeds deep in soil
B. Harvesting potatoes
C. Spraying pesticides on tall crops (like Sugarcane/Maize) or water-logged areas
D. Ploughing the field
Correct Answer: C
Reference: Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Research.
34. The term “Hybrid Seed” (e.g., in Maize and Rice) refers to:
A. Plastic seeds
B. Seeds produced by crossing two genetically different parent lines for better yield (Vigor)
C. Seeds saved from last year’s crop
D. Wild seeds
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Federal Seed Certification and Registration Department (FSC&RD).
Category: Exports & Economics
35. Pakistan is the world’s ______ largest exporter of Rice (according to 2024-25 data)?
A. 1st
B. 4th
C. 10th
D. 20th
Correct Answer: B
Reference: USDA Grain: World Markets and Trade Report 2025.
36. The GSP+ Status granted by the EU helps Pakistan primarily in the export of:
A. Textiles (Cotton products)
B. Software
C. Heavy Machinery
D. Oil
Correct Answer: A
Reference: Ministry of Commerce, Pakistan.
37. Which fruit is known as the “King of Fruits” in Pakistan and is a major export item?
A. Apple
B. Mango
C. Banana
D. Grapes
Correct Answer: B
Reference: TDAP (Trade Development Authority of Pakistan).
38. “Sesame” (Till) exports from Pakistan saw a massive jump recently, primarily exported to:
A. USA
B. China
C. India
D. UK
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Pak-China Trade Data / Ministry of Commerce.
Category: Livestock & Poultry
39. “Nili Ravi” is a famous breed of which animal in Pakistan?
A. Cow
B. Goat
C. Buffalo
D. Camel
Correct Answer: C
Reference: University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS).
40. The current price of Chicken Feed (Soybean/Maize based) has increased primarily due to:
A. Export of chicken
B. Restrictions/Duties on the import of GM Soybean
C. Bird Flu
D. Low demand
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Pakistan Poultry Association (PPA) Press Releases 2024-25.
41. Which province has the highest population of Camels in Pakistan?
A. Punjab
B. Sindh
C. Balochistan
D. KPK
Correct Answer: C
Reference: Livestock Census of Pakistan.
Category: General Agriculture Knowledge
42. Which institute in Faisalabad is considered the premier agricultural university of Pakistan?
A. LUMS
B. UAF (University of Agriculture Faisalabad)
C. NUST
D. IBA
Correct Answer: B
Reference: HEC Rankings.
43. “Urea” fertilizer provides which major nutrient to the plant?
A. Phosphorus
B. Nitrogen (46%)
C. Potassium
D. Zinc
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Engro/Fauji Fertilizer Product Specs.
44. The “Kharif” season crops are harvested in:
A. April – May
B. October – November
C. January – February
D. July – August
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Pakistan Meteorological Department.
45. What is “Glyphosate” commonly used for in agriculture?
A. It is a Vitamin
B. It is a Growth Promoter
C. It is a Non-Selective Herbicide (Weed Killer)
D. It is a Fungicide
Correct Answer: C
Reference: Department of Plant Protection (DPP).
46. The standard weight of a Wheat bag used in Pakistani markets (Mandi) is:
A. 40 kg
B. 50 kg
C. 100 kg
D. 25 kg
Correct Answer: C
Reference: Provincial Food Departments (Note: 100kg is the standard jute bag, 50kg is PP bag, but 100kg is the trade standard “Bori”). Correction: For support price, 40kg (Maund) is used as the unit, but physical bags are often 50kg or 100kg. Best answer in market context is 100kg for jute, 50kg for plastic. -> Let’s correct to the safest official unit: A. 40kg (Maund) is the pricing unit.
47. “Teff” and “Quinoa” are examples of what in the Pakistani context?
A. Weeds
B. High-value Super Crops (New emerging crops)
C. Poisonous plants
D. Fertilizer names
Correct Answer: B
Reference: PARC / NARC New Crops Introduction.
48. Which organization regulates the price of fertilizer in Pakistan?
A. No one (It is deregulated, but monitored by Ministry of Industries)
B. State Bank
C. Pakistan Army
D. WAPDA
Correct Answer: A
Reference: Ministry of Industries and Production.
49. The “Bollgard-II” technology is related to:
A. Sugarcane
B. BT Cotton
C. Hybrid Rice
D. Solar panels
Correct Answer: B
Reference: CEMB (Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology).
50. What percentage of Pakistan’s total export earnings come from the Agriculture and Textile (Agro-based) sector?
A. 20%
B. 40%
C. 70-75%
D. 95%
Correct Answer: C
Reference: Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) Export Data.
Category: Climate Change & Environmental Challenges
51. According to recent World Bank and ADB reports, Pakistan loses what percentage of its GDP annually due to Climate Change effects (Floods/Heatwaves)?
A. 0.5%
B. 3% to 4%
C. 10%
D. 20%
Correct Answer: B
Reference: World Bank Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) Pakistan.
52. The “Living Indus Initiative” is a government project aimed at:
A. Building hotels on the river bank
B. Restoring the ecological health of the Indus Basin from climate change
C. Exporting Indus water
D. Fishing rights
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Ministry of Climate Change & Environmental Coordination.
53. “Heat Stress” during the month of March affects which crop the most in Pakistan, leading to shriveled grains?
A. Rice
B. Wheat
C. Sugarcane
D. Cotton
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) Wheat Program.
54. To reduce air pollution and smog, the government has mandated “Zig-Zag Technology” for:
A. Tractors
B. Brick Kilns (Bhattas)
C. Tubewells
D. Rice Mills
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Punjab Environment Protection Department (EPD).
Category: Crop Protection & Diseases
55. “Yellow Rust” (Kungi) is a fungal disease that severely damages which crop in cool, wet winters?
A. Cotton
B. Maize
C. Wheat
D. Tobacco
Correct Answer: C
Reference: Crop Diseases Research Institute (CDRI).
56. “CLCV” (Cotton Leaf Curl Virus) is transmitted by which insect vector?
A. Whitefly
B. Aphid
C. Jassid
D. Armyworm
Correct Answer: A
Reference: Central Cotton Research Institute (CCRI) Multan.
57. The “Fall Armyworm” (FAW) is a relatively new and destructive pest in Pakistan attacking mainly:
A. Rice
B. Maize (Corn)
C. Wheat
D. Mangoes
Correct Answer: B
Reference: CABI & Department of Plant Protection.
Category: CPEC & International Cooperation
58. Under CPEC Phase-II, a specific working group was established to focus on:
A. Roads only
B. Agriculture and Science & Technology
C. Defense
D. Housing
Correct Answer: B
Reference: CPEC Authority / Ministry of Planning Development & Special Initiatives.
59. In 2024-25, Pakistan signed a protocol with China to allow the export of which fruit from Gilgit-Baltistan?
A. Banana
B. Cherries
C. Guava
D. Watermelon
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Ministry of Commerce / PHDEC.
60. Which country recently lifted the ban on Pakistani Rice imports, opening a major market?
A. Russia
B. India
C. Israel
D. North Korea
Correct Answer: A
Reference: REAP (Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan) Press Release.
Category: Irrigation & Water Resources
61. What is the difference between “Rabi” and “Kharif” water entitlement?
A. Rabi gets more water
B. Kharif gets more water (due to monsoon and high river flows)
C. Both get equal water
D. No water is given in Rabi
Correct Answer: B
Reference: IRSA (Indus River System Authority) Seasonal Anticipatory Reports.
62. “Warabandi” is a traditional system related to:
A. Tax collection
B. Rotational distribution of irrigation water among farmers
C. Seed distribution
D. Harvesting festivals
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Provincial Irrigation Departments.
63. The “Dead Level” of Tarbela Dam (1398 ft) refers to:
A. The maximum water capacity
B. The level below which water cannot be drained by gravity
C. The level where fish die
D. The overflow level
Correct Answer: B
Reference: WAPDA Dam Statistics.
Category: Livestock Health & Dairy
64. “Lumpy Skin Disease” (LSD) recently caused major losses in Pakistan primarily affecting:
A. Buffaloes
B. Cows (Cattle)
C. Goats
D. Chickens
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Ministry of National Food Security & Research (Livestock Wing).
65. Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) restricts Pakistan’s ability to:
A. Produce milk
B. Export meat to high-value markets
C. Breed animals
D. Use animals for ploughing
Correct Answer: B
Reference: World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) / WOAH Status.
66. What is the “Ostrich Farming” status in Pakistan currently?
A. It is banned
B. It was declared an industry but failed to gain mass popularity
C. It is the #1 export
D. It is illegal
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Punjab Livestock Department Reports.
Category: Specialized Crops (Fruit/Veg/Cash)
67. Which district in Sindh is famous for high-quality Date (Khajoor) production?
A. Karachi
B. Khairpur
C. Hyderabad
D. Thatta
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Sindh Agriculture Department.
68. Pakistan is among the top producers of “Pine Nuts” (Chilgoza). Where are they primarily grown?
A. Cholistan Desert
B. Waziristan and Balochistan (Suleiman Range)
C. Lahore
D. Coastal areas
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Forestry Department KPK / Balochistan.
69. “Tobacco” is a major cash crop of which province, contributing huge taxes to the government?
A. Punjab
B. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK)
C. Sindh
D. Balochistan
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Pakistan Tobacco Board (PTB).
70. Okara and Sahiwal are famous for the massive production of which vegetable?
A. Tomato
B. Potato
C. Spinach
D. Garlic
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Potato Research Institute, Sahiwal.
Category: Finance & Institutions
71. “ZTBL” stands for:
A. Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited
B. Zonal Trade Bank Limited
C. Zeal Transport Bank Limited
D. Zakat Transfer Bank Limited
Correct Answer: A
Reference: State Bank of Pakistan / ZTBL Website.
72. What is the “Support Price” (e.g., for Wheat)?
A. The maximum price a shopkeeper can charge
B. The minimum guaranteed price at which the Govt promises to buy from farmers
C. The price of fertilizer
D. The export price
Correct Answer: B
Reference: PASSCO (Pakistan Agricultural Storage & Services Corporation).
73. In the 2024-25 budget, the government imposed a tax on which sector that was previously largely tax-exempt (provincial level debates)?
A. Salaried class
B. Agricultural Income (under IMF pressure)
C. Students
D. Solar panels
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Finance Bill 2024-25 / IMF Agreement Documents.
Category: Soil Science & Agronomy
74. The “Organic Matter” content in the majority of Pakistani soils is:
A. Very High (> 5%)
B. Very Low (< 1%)
C. Moderate (3%)
D. Excessive
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) / Soil Fertility Research Institute.
75. “Salinity” (Thur) refers to the accumulation of ______ in the soil.
A. Water
B. Salts
C. Bacteria
D. Roots
Correct Answer: B
Reference: IWMI (International Water Management Institute).
76. “Gypsum” is commonly used by farmers in Pakistan to treat:
A. Sandy soil
B. Saline-Sodic Soil (Kallar)
C. Acidic soil
D. Wet soil
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Land Reclamation Directorate.
Category: Post-Harvest & Processing
77. “Aflatoxin” is a major quality issue in the export of:
A. Red Chillies and Maize
B. Sugarcane
C. Cotton
D. Potatoes
Correct Answer: A
Reference: SMEDA / PHDEC Sanitary & Phytosanitary Guidelines.
78. “Vapor Heat Treatment” (VHT) plants are used to process which fruit before export to Japan/Australia?
A. Apple
B. Mango
C. Banana
D. Grapes
Correct Answer: B
Reference: TDAP / PFVA (All Pakistan Fruit & Vegetable Exporters Association).
79. The storage capacity of PASSCO and Provincial Food Departments is roughly:
A. Sufficient for 100% of production
B. Insufficient, leading to open-sky storage (Ganjis)
C. Only for Rice
D. Non-existent
Correct Answer: B
Reference: National Food Security Policy.
80. What is “Silage”?
A. A type of fertilizer
B. Fermented, high-moisture fodder for livestock (Animal Pickle)
C. A disease of wheat
D. A new seed variety
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Dairy & Cattle Farmers Association (DCFA).
Category: Emerging Sectors (Fisheries & New Crops)
81. The “Potohar Region” (Chakwal, Jhelum, Attock) has been declared by the government as the ______ Valley.
A. Silicon Valley
B. Olive Valley
C. Apple Valley
D. Rice Valley
Correct Answer: B
Reference: PARC / Barani Agricultural Research Institute (BARI) Chakwal.
82. Under the SIFC (Special Investment Facilitation Council) initiatives, which high-value aquaculture farming is being promoted in Punjab and Sindh (2024-25)?
A. Shark Farming
B. Shrimp (Prawn) Farming
C. Turtle Farming
D. Ornamental Fish
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Fisheries Development Board (FDB) / SIFC Agriculture Projects.
83. Pakistan’s first “Corporate Dairy City” or modern dairy processing zones are primarily clustered around:
A. Quetta
B. Sahiwal and Okara
C. Gwadar
D. Gilgit
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Punjab Livestock & Dairy Development Department.
84. The “Thal” region (Bhakkar, Layyah) is most famous for the production of which crop?
A. Rice
B. Gram (Chickpea/Chana)
C. Bananas
D. Cherries
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Arid Zone Research Institute (AZRI).
Category: Irrigation & Water Management
85. The “Karez” system is an ancient, sustainable underground irrigation tunnel system found in:
A. Punjab
B. Balochistan
C. Sindh
D. Azad Kashmir
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Balochistan Irrigation Department.
86. “Mangla Dam” is built on which river?
A. Indus
B. Jhelum
C. Chenab
D. Ravi
Correct Answer: B
Reference: WAPDA.
87. What is the primary advantage of “Direct Seeded Rice” (DSR) technology promoted in 2025?
A. It requires no seed
B. It saves 30-35% water by eliminating the nursery transplantation/puddling stage
C. It increases water usage
D. It produces wheat instead of rice
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Rice Research Institute, Kala Shah Kaku.
Category: Agriculture Marketing & Economics
88. In the local Mandi system, who is an “Arthi”?
A. The Government Inspector
B. The Commission Agent / Middleman who lends money and buys produce
C. The Farmer
D. The Truck Driver
Correct Answer: B
Reference: PAMRA (Punjab Agriculture Marketing Regulatory Authority).
89. “PASSCO” is the federal agency responsible for:
A. Manufacturing Tractors
B. Procuring and maintaining strategic reserves of Wheat
C. Exporting Mangoes
D. Importing Cars
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Ministry of National Food Security & Research.
90. Which city is known as the “City of Flowers” and is the hub of the nursery/floriculture industry in Pakistan?
A. Lahore
B. Pattoki (Kasur)
C. Multan
D. Islamabad
Correct Answer: B
Reference: PHDEC (Pakistan Horticulture Development & Export Company).
Category: Crop Science & Inputs
91. “Berseem” and “Lucerne” are major examples of:
A. Cash Crops
B. Fodder Crops (Animal Feed)
C. Oilseeds
D. Fruits
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Fodder Research Institute, Sargodha.
92. Which nutrient is primarily responsible for the “filling of grains” and disease resistance in Wheat?
A. Nitrogen
B. Potash (Potassium)
C. Urea
D. Water
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) Farmer Advisory.
93. The “Certified Seed” tag in Pakistan is issued by:
A. The seller himself
B. FSC&RD (Federal Seed Certification and Registration Department)
C. Police
D. NADRA
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Federal Seed Act 1976.
94. “Pattoki” and “Sargodha” are the main hubs for the production of:
A. Citrus (Kinnow) Nursery Plants
B. Apple Trees
C. Coconut Trees
D. Tea Plants
Correct Answer: A
Reference: Citrus Research Institute.
Category: Ag-Tech & Machinery
95. A “Combine Harvester” performs which three operations simultaneously?
A. Sowing, Watering, Spraying
B. Reaping, Threshing, and Winnowing
C. Ploughing, Leveling, Drilling
D. Packing, Transporting, Selling
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Agricultural Engineering Division.
96. What is the main purpose of “Mulching” (covering soil with plastic or straw)?
A. To heat the soil
B. To conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds
C. To attract birds
D. To look decorative
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Barani Agricultural Research Institute (BARI).
97. “Hydroponics” is a technique of growing plants:
A. In air
B. Without soil, using nutrient-rich water
C. Under the sea
D. In sand only
Correct Answer: B
Reference: Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (Hydroponics Pilot Project).
