Question
Regarding the millets and their benefits, consider the
following statements: 1)Millets are important due to their potential to generate livelihood, increase farmers’ income and ensure food & nutritional security all over the world. 2)India produces more than 50.9 million tonnes of millet 3)India accounts for 40% of global production of millets. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Solution
About Millets: Millets have gained importance due to their potential to generate livelihood, increase farmers' income, and ensure food and nutritional security all over the world. Millets are easy to grow, require less water and can adapt to a wide range of soil types and climatic conditions. They also have high nutritional value and are gluten-free, making them a healthy option for people with gluten intolerance. Hence, statement 1 is correct. India is the largest producer of millets, accounting for 80% of Asia's and 20% of global production. In India, millets are grown in dryland areas and are an important crop for small and marginal farmers. Millets are also an integral part of the traditional diets of many communities in India. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
What is the revised additional capital buffer requirement for SBI starting April 1, 2025, as per the RBI’s D-SIB framework?
Who participated in the third in-person Quad Leaders' Summit held in Hiroshima, Japan on 20 May 2023?
Nusrat Chowdhury, a civil rights lawyer, has been confirmed as the first Muslim woman federal judge in US history. She is the origin of which Asian cou...
Who won the 2023 Men's FIH Hockey World Cup by defeating Belgium in the final?
The Ramakrishna Mission set up in ______.
Which global institution has Union Bank of India become a signatory to for carbon accounting?
The Preamble of the Indian Constitution was amended in which year?
What is the rank of Indian passport as per Henley Passport Index 2023?
Which state in India was the pioneer in offering a monthly pension to women affected by acid attacks?
Who authored the book Poverty and Un-British Rule in India?