Why is timely identification of crop disease important in agriculture?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because early treatment can limit loss
Crop diseases can damage leaves, stems, roots, flowers or fruits and may spread from one plant to many others. If a disease is noticed early, a farmer can identify the problem, remove badly affected plants where appropriate, improve field care and use a suitable treatment or advice. Early action can reduce the area damaged and protect both yield and income. Waiting may allow the disease to spread, making control more difficult and expensive.
Option A gives the correct reason: early treatment can limit loss. Options B, C and D discuss land ownership, market tax or family size, none of which explains why disease identification matters. The important sequence is timely observation, early recognition, prompt action and reduced damage. Since the question asks about timely identification rather than ownership or taxation, A is the only relevant choice.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because early treatment can limit loss
Why is this the correct answer?
Crop diseases can damage leaves, stems, roots, flowers or fruits and may spread from one plant to many others. If a disease is noticed early, a farmer can identify the problem, remove badly affected plants where appropriate, improve field care and use a suitable treatment or advice. Early action can reduce the area damaged and protect both yield and income. Waiting may allow the disease to spread, making control more difficult and expensive.
Option A gives the correct reason: early treatment can limit loss. Options B, C and D discuss land ownership, market tax or family size, none of which explains why disease identification matters. The important sequence is timely observation, early recognition, prompt action and reduced damage. Since the question asks about timely identification rather than ownership or taxation, A is the only relevant choice.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Work, Livelihood and Career. Topic: Traditional occupations in India - Agriculture.
