Organic Cotton in Maharashtra
In Maharashtra, how many farmers committed land to grow cotton organically on IFOAM standards?
- 50 farmers
- 80 farmers
- 130 farmers — Correct Answer
- 200 farmers
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
As many as 130 farmers have committed 1,200 hectares of land to grow cotton organically on the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movement's (IFOAM) standards.
Key Points:
- Kisan Mehta of Prakruti (an NGO) first suggested organic cotton farming in 1995.
- The produce was tested by German Accredited Agency AGRECO and found to be of high quality.
- About 78% of Indian farmers are marginal farmers owning less than 0.8 hectare.
- For such farmers, organic agriculture is more profitable in terms of money and soil conservation.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, B, D: The correct number is 130 farmers.
📚 About this Topic — CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT
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