Q13. The best example of macrocyclic rust in India is
- (a) Yellow rust of wheat
- (b) Rust of groundnut
- (c) Black stem rust of wheat
- (d) Common rust of maize
AARO Plant Pathology Question Paper 2014 PDF | RPSC
- Year 2014
- Conducted By RPSC
- Languages English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | ASST. AGRICULTURE RESEARCH OFFICER |
| Year | 2014 |
| Conducting Body | RPSC |
| Paper | AARO - Plant Pathology |
| Subject | Plant Pathology |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQ) |
This is the official question paper for the Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (AARO) examination in Plant Pathology, conducted by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) in 2014. The paper consists of objective-type questions designed to assess candidates' knowledge in Plant Pathology. This resource is invaluable for aspirants preparing for the AARO exam, providing insights into the exam pattern, difficulty level, and important topics covered. Practicing with this paper can significantly boost preparation and help identify areas for improvement. This previous year ASST. AGRICULTURE RESEARCH OFFICER 2014 question paper (2014) is useful for Other Jobs aspirants preparing for Rajasthan government recruitment. The paper was conducted by RPSC and reflects the official exam pattern, marking scheme and difficulty level seen in recent cycles. Use it for timed practice, topic-wise revision and understanding how questions are framed in the real examination. Download the free PDF on QuizCurrent to read instructions, attempt MCQs and compare your answers with the study notes provided on this page. Key syllabus areas include Plant Pathology, Mycology, Plant Diseases, Fungi, Viruses, Bacteria, Fungicides, Plant Virology. Useful for ASST. AGRICULTURE RESEARCH OFFICER preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.
Major Topics Covered
- Plant Pathology
- Mycology
- Plant Diseases
- Fungi
- Viruses
- Bacteria
- Fungicides
- Plant Virology
- Nematology
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for ASST. AGRICULTURE RESEARCH OFFICER preparation
- Helps understand the latest exam pattern
- Useful for practice and self-assessment
- Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
- Helpful for analysing question trends
Related Resources
- RPSC AARO - Agronomy Question Paper 2014
- RPSC Agriculture Officer Previous Year Papers
- ICAR AIEEA Plant Pathology Question Paper
- AARO Plant Pathology Answer Key 2014
- RPSC AARO 2014 Solutions
- AARO Plant Pathology Syllabus
- RPSC Agriculture Syllabus
- AARO Exam Pattern
Instructions
- AARO_Plant Pathology_9th Feb_2016 S.
- J.F.Dastur Who was the first president of Indian Phytopathology?
- Dr. J. F. Dastur E. Butler Dr. M. Thirumalachar Dr.
- T.S.Ramakrishnan \ddot{ } The disease whoih is due to Zn-deficiency in rice was first discovered and Dr.M.K.Hingorani-Leaf spot Dr.
- Bose-Smut reported from India by which scientist and its name?
- Y.L.Nena-Khaira 5 Which Institute started post graduate programme in Plant Pathology for the Govt.
- Agriculture college, kanpur Rajasthan College of Tamil Nadu Agriculture first time in India:- in 1945 Agriculture, Udaipur, 1955 University, 1956 College of Agriculture, pune, 1950 6 M.W.Beijerinck-1998 Who dicovered virus diseases in Plants for the first time in the world?
- E.F.Smith-1983 Michael Holling-1962 Kassanis-1968 \bar{I} P.A.Millardet discovered a fungicide which was effective against which disease Downy mildew of Bajra- Powdery mildew of cucurbits- Downy mildew of grapes- and name of the fungicide:- Rust disease of wheat-Bavistin Apron SD 35 Sulfex Bordeaux mixture 8 Which ancient book in India which deals with the disease of plants and their Genera Plantarum-8th Surapala Vriksharveda-9th control:- Charak Samhita-4th Century.
- Century Century Sushrut samhita-7th Century \mathsf{9} Dutch elm disease is caused by:- viroid Bacteria Fungus Mycoplasma 10 Powdery mildew, Rusts, Dowry Cankers, Stripe diseases and which group belong to obligate parasite? mildew Smuts, Rust, and blight Anthracnose, Root rot, Collar rot Scabs. 11 chitinase B-1,3 glucanase Globulins Fungal growth inhibition PR4 protein is related is 12 Fungi, bacteria, nematodes, a Phytoalexins are inhibitory is nd other organisms Only bateria Only Viruses Only fungi
Questions (page 2)
Q14. At what pressure culture media for microorganisms can be autoclaved :-
- (a) 121.6\,°C and 15 pounds(6.8 kg) pressure for 20 minutes.
- (b) 150\,°C and 15 pounds(6.8 kg) pressure for 30 minutes.
- (c) 200\,°C and 20 pounds(6.8 kg) pressure for 30 minutes.
- (d) 210\,°C and 20 pounds(6.8 kg) pressure for 20 minutes.
Q15. Viroids have some unique properties as compared to viruses. Which one of the given below is correct for viroids:-
- (a) Have protein coat, smallest infectious entity, no vector known.
- (b) Can survive on dead plant debris also and have protein coat-
- (c) Vector transmitted, no protein coat, circular ss DNA
- (d) No protein coat, no vector is known, circular ss DNA
Q16. Blight of cumin, in Rajasthan. Is caused by :-
- (a) Alternaria alternata
- (b) Alternaria burnsii
- (c) Alternaria tenuis
- (d) Xanthomonas spp.
Q17. Which one of the following microorganisms fixes nitrogen but does not induce root nodule formation :-
- (a) Rhizobium
- (b) Azorhizobium
- (c) Bradyrhizobium
- (d) Azospirillum
Q18. Which one of the following transmits Grape fan and tobacco ring spot virus :-
- (a) Fungus
- (b) Whitefly
- (c) Grasshopper
- (d) Nematodes
Q19. Most of the Colletotrichum stop cause :-
- (a) Scab
- (b) Blight
- (c) Root rot
- (d) Anthracnose
Q20. Loose smut of wheat completely :-
- (a) Soil borne disease
- (b) Soil and seed borne disease
- (c) Seed borne disease
- (d) Air borne disease
Q21. Pseudomonas syringae pv tabaci produces.
- (a) AM.-toxins
- (c) Phaseolotoxin
- (d) Syringotoxin
Q22. Elicitors are capable of inducing :-
- (a) Toxin synthesis
- (b) Phytoalexin synthesis
- (c) Enzyme synthesis
- (d) Coenzyme synthesis
Q23. Burgundy mixture was discovered in 1987 as a substitute of :-
- (a) Chestnut compound
- (b) Bordeaux mixture
- (c) copper carbonate
- (d) Ziram
Q24. Random amplified polymorphic DNA markers are often used to ;-
- (a) Detect genetic similarities among pathogenic strains
- (b) Detect enzymes among pathogenic strains
- (c) Detect genetic dissimilarities among pathogenic strains
- (d) Detect genetic code.
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This is the question paper for the Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (AARO) examination.
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This paper covers the subject of Plant Pathology.
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This exam was conducted by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC).
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This exam was conducted in the year 2014.
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