Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Indian Geography

Question:

Which among the following statements is incorrect about organic farming?

Options:

Yields from organic farming are less in the initial years.

It does not require more labor input.

Organic produce may have more blemishes and a shorter shelf life.

It has limited choice in production of off-season crops.

Correct Answer:

It does not require more labor input.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → It does not require more labor input.

Let’s analyze each statement about organic farming:

  1. Yields from organic farming are less in the initial years → True, because soil needs time to build fertility naturally.
  2. It does not require more labor input → False, organic farming requires more labor for weeding, composting, and pest management.
  3. Organic produce may have more blemishes and a shorter shelf life → True, since no chemical preservatives or pesticides are used.
  4. It has limited choice in production of off-season crops → True, because synthetic inputs for off-season production are avoided.