economics medium True/False

The Soil Health Card Scheme provides farmers with a customized report detailing the macro and micro-nutrient status of their specific farm holding, along with tailored recommendations on fertilizer dosages to optimize yield and reduce input costs.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Indian agriculture has historically suffered from the imbalanced and excessive use of Urea (Nitrogen), degrading soil health. The Soil Health Card scheme tests soil samples every two years to map nutrient deficiencies (like Zinc, Boron, Potassium) and advises farmers on precise, site-specific nutrient applications, promoting sustainable farming and reducing the massive fertilizer subsidy burden.

Topic Indian Economy - Agriculture
Exam Relevance SSC, Railway, UPSC