Geography Answer Writing Phase-2 Day-31

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Q.1) Examine the role of MGNREGA in building agricultural infrastructures in India. (20 marks)

https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/agriculture/mgnrega-drought-hit-india-abandoned-18-lakh-water-works-in-just-one-year-64150

Q.2) Power sector distress and declining Ground water are manifestation of agriculture. Examine. (15 marks)

https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/agriculture/agriculture-sector-not-responsible-for-discoms-health-declining-groundwater-study-62005
https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/agriculture/subsidies-on-irrigation-efficiency-may-negatively-affect-water-use-study-61545

Q.3) Land reform is a key to modern agriculture in India. Describe various measures taken in this direction after Liberalisation. (15 marks)

Q.4) Regional disparity in the use of seeds and fertiliser in India. (10 marks)

Q.5) Discuss the salient features of Protection of Plant Varieties & Farmers Rights (PPV&FR) Act 2001. (15 marks)