Content Distribution by Topic
Crop Production & Cultivation Practices (18 questions)
- Training, pruning, topiary techniques
- Planting distances and spacing systems (quincunx, high-density planting)
- Crop regulation and seasonal management
- Terrace cultivation and erosion control
- Multistoried cropping systems
- Protected cultivation (polyhouses, shade houses)
Plant Propagation Methods (12 questions)
- Grafting types (tongue, cleft, approach, veneer, softwood)
- Budding techniques (T-budding, shield budding)
- Layering (air-layering, inarching)
- Seed propagation and viability testing
- In vitro and micro-propagation
- Vegetative propagation by rhizome, sucker, corn, bulb
Fruit Crops Specific Knowledge (20 questions)
- Mango varieties and characteristics (Amrapali for HDP, alternate bearing)
- Citrus crops (Khasi Mandarin, Assam lemon, varieties and rootstocks)
- Specialized fruits: litchi, guava, banana, papaya, pineapple, jackfruit
- Bearing habits (cauliflorous, viviparous seeds)
- Quality parameters and maturity indicators
- Non-climacteric vs. climacteric fruits
Vegetable Crops & Cole Crops (12 questions)
- Brassica family crops and varieties
- Solanaceae vegetables (tomato, brinjal, pepper)
- Cucurbits (bitter gourd, ridge gourd, chow chow)
- Leafy and root vegetables
- Stem vegetables (knol khol)
- Seed spices vs. condiments
Spices, Aromatics & Plantation Crops (14 questions)
- Black pepper and cultivation practices
- Clove production and flower bud stages
- Cardamom, cumin, fennel, fenugreek
- Turmeric and ginger
- Areca nut, coconut, cashew
- Saffron and regional cultivation
- Essential oils and extracts (papain, bromelain)
Diseases, Disorders & Pest Management (11 questions)
- Viral diseases (CTV, decline diseases)
- Fungal issues (damping-off, ganoderma, purple blotch)
- Physiological disorders (spongy tissue, blossom end rot, hen and chicken)
- Nutrient deficiencies and their symptoms
- Pest control practices (haulm cutting for aphids)
Post-Harvest & Storage Technology (10 questions)
- CA and MA storage systems
- Hypobaric storage
- Ripening and quality control
- Zero-energy cool chambers
- Food processing (candied fruits, wines, extracts)
- Refractometer measurements (TSS)
Flower Crops & Ornamental Horticulture (10 questions)
- Propagation methods for flowers
- Annual and perennial flowering plants
- Seasonal classification (rainy season, winter)
- Shade-loving varieties
- Flower arrangements (Ikebana)
- Large flowering plant families
Biochemistry & Plant Physiology (8 questions)
- Pigment identification (lycopene, anthocyanin, chlorophyll, xanthophyll)
- Enzymes (bromelain, papain)
- Hormones in fruit ripening (ethylene)
- Parthenocarpy and apomixis
- Flowering induction
Soils, Nutrients & Crop Management (8 questions)
- Biofertilizers (Rhizobium, Azotobacter, Azospirillum)
- Nutrient indicators (D-leaf for banana)
- Mulching and soil conservation
- Micro-irrigation (“More crop per drop”)
- INM and IPM practices
Assam-Specific & Regional Horticulture (7 questions)
- GI products of Assam (Karbi Anglong ginger, Abhog banana, Assam lemon, Tezpur litchi)
- Agroclimatic zones in Assam (8 zones)
- North-Eastern horticultural specialties (kiwi in Arunachal Pradesh)
- Regional varieties and crops
Advanced Technologies & Systems (5 questions)
- Soilless cultivation (aeroponics, orthoponics)
- Protected cultivation structures
- UV-film specifications for polyhouses
- FSSAI and food safety standards
- Digital networks (FRUITNET, HORTNET)
Miscellaneous & Knowledge-Based (5 questions)
- Golden Revolution (horticulture)
- Institute locations (IIHR in Bengaluru)
- Spice terminology (“King of spices” = black pepper)
- Fruit nicknames (“Queen of fruits” = mangosteen, “Apple of Tropics” = guava)
- Mathematical/computational questions
Key Observations
- Regional Relevance — Strong emphasis on Assam-specific crops and GI products reflects the local context (SCR examination is for Assam)
- Practical Focus — Heavy emphasis on propagation methods, cultivation practices, and post-harvest technology suitable for farmers and extension officers
- Crop Diversity — Comprehensive coverage of tropical, subtropical, and temperate fruits with Assam’s specialization in citrus and traditional crops
- Scientific Nomenclature — Proper use of botanical terms (plagiotropic, orthotropic, cauliflorous, parthenocarpy) indicates advanced horticultural knowledge level
- Modern Techniques — Questions on protected cultivation, micro-irrigation, soilless farming, and food safety reflect contemporary agriculture trends
- Balanced Distribution — More question variety compared to Physics paper, spanning production, processing, technology, and regional specialization
- Deficiency & Disease Recognition — Many questions test diagnostic skills (identifying disorders by symptoms), essential for field-level decision making
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