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Explain the use of cytoplasmic-genetid male sterility i~ hybrid seed production.
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Why do quantitative traits show continuous variation?
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Discuss the relevance of mode of reproduction in plant breeding.
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DNA is the genetic material. How does DNA contribute to the development of various traits? i2r
Define general combining abilitY. Describe the procedure for recurrent selection for general combining
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what is plant disease epidemic ? Why do disease epidemics occur ? How can they be managed ? .
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What are the fundamental difference between transpiration and guttation ? In a winter morning, water
droplets might be noticed on some_ plant leaves. How could it be ascertained whether the water
droplets were those of qew drops o~ guttation water ?
What is meant by 'sigmoid' growth curve? Draw and describe a sigmoid growth c'urve citing its
different phases:
Show full reactions where (i) Alcohol dehydrogenase, (ii) Nitrate reductase, (iii) Glucokinase and
(iv) Succinate dehydrogenase are involved, therewith mentioning respective co-factor, co-enzyme,
prosthetic group etc., if so required.
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Differentiate between incipient wilting, temporary wilting and permanent wilting. ClassifY different
types of droughts and mention how are they related to each other.
Write short note on Hill reaction. Prove that 0 2 evolved during photosynthesis comes from water and
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Name the causal agent of black Sigatoka disease of banana. Enumerate
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the disease._ Suggest remedial measures to control the disease.
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Give an account of different types of water present in soil.
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Enumerate objectives of Integrated Child Development Service Scheme.
Explain in brief Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS): What measures have been taken to
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Describe India's food security system. Enumerate reasons for disturbance in food demand and supply.
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nutritional status of Indian population ?
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Briefly discuss handling methods for export of mango.
Describe the principles and practices of plant quarantine. Can import quarantine be exempted by
submitting a phytosanitary certificate issued by the government of the exporting country ? Also, are
disinfestations of planting material in the .exporting country prior to importation or disinfestations in
transit performed on the high seas considered to fulfil the requirements for quarantine inspection ?
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What is meant by protective cultivation ? Briefly discuss importance of greenhouse in protective
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