Important ARS questions on Application of Biometrical techniques

 

1. Define quantitative genetics. Describe briefly the role of quantitative genetics in crop improvement.

2. Define biometrical techniques. Describe briefly the applications of these techniques in crop improvement.

3. List various biometrical techniques which are in common use. Discuss practical implications of any two of them in crop improvement programme.

4. Give a brief account of the advantages and limitations of Quantitative Genetics.

5. Write short notes on the following.
   (i) Quantitative genetics
   (ii) Biometrical techniques

6. Give a brief classification of biometrical techniques based on their applications in Crop Improvement.

7. Describe briefly the biometrical techniques developed by Indian scientist.

8. Give list of biometrical techniques used as aid for assessment of variability. Describe any one of them.

9. What are biometrical techniques that are used for selection of delite genotypes? Discuss any one of them.

10. List biometrical techniques that are used for selection of parents and breeding procedures. Describe any one of them.