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Krishi: Production, Processing and Marketing (383)
Tutor Marked Assignments
Maximum Marks: 20

Note: (i) All questions are compulsory. The marks allotted for each question are beside the questions.
(ii) Write your name, enrollment number, AI name and subject on the top of the first page of the answer sheet.

1. Answer any one out of the following questions in about 40 to 60 words. 2
a) How does the concept of ‘Evergreen Revolution’ address the environmental issues caused by the Green Revolution? (See lesson 01)
b) Classify the following food-producing plants into their respective categories:
i) Maize
ii) Coconut
iii) Ginger
iv) Guava (See lesson 02)

2. Answer any one out of the following questions in about 40 to 60 words. 2
a) Why is a proper post-harvest management system essential for food security? (See lesson 12)
b) ‘Use of edible coatings help extend the shelf life of perishable food items’. Justify the statement. (See lesson 12)

3. Answer any one out of the following questions in about 40 to 60 words. 2
a) There are 12 nationalized public sector banks in India. List out public sector present in your locality. What documents you may need to open a bank account for yourself in future? Consult with your elders or tutors. (See lesson 22)
b) If a farmer wants to expand their land area, which type of credit would be most suitable, and why? (See lesson 22)

4. Answer any one out of the following questions in about 100 to 150 words. 4
a) The Government of India aims to improve the food processing industry and provides various incentives for this purpose. Prepare a detailed list of such government initiatives along with their objectives. Also, suggest ways to popularize these initiatives in your area. (See lesson 15)
b) What do you know about food safety? Differentiate between toxicity and hazard. Identify sources of common food hazard. (See lesson 19)

5. Answer any one out of the following questions in about 100 to 150 words. (4)
a) Define Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in your own words. If you have come across any Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in your area, explain how they contribute to betterment of society. (See lesson 24)
b) You have studied about various career opportunities available in agriculture sector. Which agricultural profession are you interested in pursuing in the future, and how will it benefit farmers? Discuss your role and responsibilities in that profession. (See lesson 25)

6. Prepare any one of the two projects given below. 6
a) Visit your nearby flower market. Identify the flowers commonly available there (at least five flowers). Prepare a detailed report on flowers with following information:
• Local/common name and scientific name of the flower
• Flower type (loose/cut)
• Seasonal availability
• Uses
• Any other relevant information
b) Design a kitchen garden that will yield a range of vegetables all year long for a family of four. You should cover the following in your project:
 Vegetable selection
 Space planning and layout
 Preparation and maintenance of the soil
 Management of pests and diseases