Think, Learn & Perform (TLP) – UPSC GS Mains [Day 45] October 13, 2015 7 Think and Learn-2015, TLP Mains 2015, UPSC, UPSC Mains- Think and Learn-2015 Archives Must Refer– Comprehensive Mains Strategy Weekly Plans Day 45 – TLP: AGRICULTURAL ISSUES 1. What is commodities exchange? What are the mechanisms in India to regulate commodities exchange? Discuss its importance with regard to agriculture sector. 2. According to National Sample Survey Organization, 33 % of all farm households have less than 0.4 hectares of land. Also majority of farmers in India are small and marginal farmers. Critically analyze the initiatives taken by government to address concerns of farmers. Also suggest some measures in this regard. 3. India is largest producer of pulses in theworld. Still India imports large quantities of pulses. Critically examine the reasons for low productivity of pulses in India. 4. Do you think river-linking projects could be one stop solution for irrigation woes of agriculture sector, especially when majority of Indian agriculture is rain fed? Substantiate. 5. What are the different types of irrigation methods practiced in India? Evaluate each method on its merits and demerits. IAS UPSC Mains Questions 2015, TLP Mains IASbaba, UPSC Mains 2015 Related Posts : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs – 13th October, 2015 Read More Protected: 1. What is commodities exchange? What are the mechanisms in India to regulate commodities exchange? Discuss its importance with regard to agriculture sector. Read More TLPILP 2026Gurukul AdvancedTLP ConnectMains Exclusive ProgrammeSankalp – 2025लक्ष्य – 2026Gurukul FoundationSubscribe For Email Updates Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Email Address Subscribe Recent Posts DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS हिन्दी | UPSC प्रारंभिक एवं मुख्य परीक्षा – 1st July 2025 UPSC Quiz – 2025 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 1st July 2025 DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 1st July – 2025 IASbaba’s Think Learn Perform (TLP – Phase 1) 2025 – UPSC Mains Answer Questions [1st July, 2025] – Day 23 [Compilation] IASbaba’s Think Learn Perform (TLP – Phase 1) 2025 – UPSC Mains Questions and Synopsis Compilation – GS2 (Day 15 to 20) Day 23 – Q. 5. Evaluate the key constraints in the storage and transportation of agricultural produce in India. How do these affect farmers’ income, and what measures have been taken to address them? (250 words, 15 marks) Day 23 – Q. 4. Indian agriculture faces a dual challenge of boosting productivity while ensuring sustainability. In this context, discuss the need for crop diversification and the policy support required to promote it. (250 words, 15 marks) Day 23 – Q. 3. How can digitisation and e-technology transform Indian agriculture? Discuss their role in enhancing farmers’ income along with key challenges and recent initiatives. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 23 – Q. 2. Agricultural marketing in India faces structural challenges. How far has the e-NAM platform addressed these issues? Highlight its achievements and limitations. (150 words, 10 marks) Day 23 – Q. 1. How has the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana promoted the adoption of micro-irrigation in India? Examine its role in improving water-use efficiency in agriculture. (150 words, 10 marks)
