Biopesticides — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements about biopesticides is/are correct? 1. They are typically broad-spectrum, targeting a wide range of pests. 2. They generally have a shorter shelf-life compared to chemical pesticides. 3. Neem-based products are examples of microbial biopesticides. 4. The CIB&RC is the primary regulatory body for biopesticides in India. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following pairs: 1. *Bacillus thuringiensis*: Bacterial biopesticide 2. *Trichoderma spp.*: Viral biopesticide 3. Nuclear Polyhedrosis Virus (NPV): Fungal biopesticide 4. Azadirachtin: Botanical biopesticide How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

Which of the following government initiatives directly promotes the use of biopesticides in India? 1. National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) 2. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) 3. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) Select the correct answer using the code given below:

What is the primary advantage of using pheromones as biopesticides?

Which of the following is NOT a common challenge associated with the widespread adoption of biopesticides?