Agricultural Engineering Quiz | Agriculture MCQ Practice for IBPS AFO 2026

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A farmer using furrow irrigation complains that crops near the water inlet get too much water while tail-end rows remain dry. His extension officer explains this is a limitation of which irrigation method?

Solution & Explanation Continuous flow furrow irrigation applies water steadily from head to tail end. Deep percolation near the inlet and under-irrigation at the tail cause poor distribution uniformity (efficiency 50–70%). Surge flow irrigation, which alternates on-off pulses, improves uniformity by advancing the water front more evenly.

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What is the typical unit used to measure the power input of an irrigation pump?

Kilograms per square centimeter (kg/cm²)

Horsepower (HP) or Kilowatts (kW)

Revolutions per minute (RPM)

Liters per second (LPS)

Meters of head

Solution & Explanation The power input to a pump, representing the energy consumed to operate it, is typically measured in horsepower (HP) or kilowatts (kW). These units quantify the rate at which work is done by the pump's motor.

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3

What is the purpose of a bund former?

Solution & Explanation Bund formers create earthen embankments (bunds) around fields to conserve water and prevent soil erosion. Bunds help retain rainwater and improve water infiltration into the soil.

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4

Which type of planter is used for planting sugarcane?

Solution & Explanation Sugarcane planters are specifically designed to plant sugarcane setts (stem cuttings) at the appropriate depth and spacing. They automate the planting process, improving efficiency and reducing labor costs.

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5

In diesel cycle engine heat is added at:

Solution & Explanation In a diesel cycle, heat addition occurs at constant pressure.

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Agricultural Engineering Quiz for IBPS AFO 2026

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