Key Details of the Exam Paper:

• Exam Name: Field Assistant
• Department: Plantation Corporation of Kerala Ltd
• Paper Code: 25/2016
• Date of Test: 10.02.2016
• Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Marks: Usually 100
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Exam Syllabus & Topics Covered in the Question Paper

The Field Assistant exam consists of technical subject knowledge related to plantation management, agriculture, and general knowledge. Below is a detailed breakdown of the subjects covered in the question paper:

1. Plantation & Agricultural Science

✔️ Introduction to Plantation Crops

• Major Plantation Crops in Kerala – Rubber, Tea, Coffee, Cocoa
• Coconut and Arecanut Cultivation
• Agro-climatic Conditions for Plantation Crops

✔️ Soil Science & Crop Cultivation

• Types of Soil & Their Properties
• Soil Conservation Techniques
• Fertilizer Application & Nutrient Management

✔️ Plant Protection & Pest Control

• Common Pests & Diseases Affecting Plantation Crops
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Techniques
• Biological Control of Pests

✔️ Horticulture & Nursery Management

• Propagation Techniques – Grafting, Budding, Layering
• Greenhouse & Polyhouse Cultivation
• Post-Harvest Management of Fruits & Vegetables

✔️ Agroforestry & Sustainable Farming

• Mixed Farming & Agroforestry Systems
• Organic Farming Practices
• Water Conservation & Irrigation Techniques

✔️ Rubber & Spices Cultivation

• Latex Collection & Processing Methods
• Cultivation of Cardamom, Pepper, Nutmeg, and Clove
• Marketing & Export of Kerala’s Spices

✔️ Plantation Management & Mechanization

• Use of Modern Equipment in Plantation Farming
• Role of Biotechnology in Crop Improvement
• Precision Farming & Digital Agriculture

2. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

✔️ Indian & Kerala History – Major historical events, freedom movements
✔️ Geography – Kerala’s agriculture, climate, and natural resources
✔️ Indian Polity & Governance – Constitution, government schemes
✔️ Science & Technology – Innovations in agriculture and plantation management
✔️ Current Affairs – National & International events

3. General English & Numerical Ability

✔️ English Language

• Grammar, Synonyms, Antonyms
• Sentence Correction & Comprehension
• Active & Passive Voice, Direct & Indirect Speech

✔️ Mathematics & Logical Reasoning

• Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work
• Number Series, Coding-Decoding
• Logical Puzzles, Blood Relations

Why Should You Refer to This Previous Question Paper? 

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