Question

    The Central Arid Zone Research Institute, Jodhpur was established in

    A 1952 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1957 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1959 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1961 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The institute owes its origin to Desert Afforestation Research Station (DARS) that was established 1952 for undertaking research work on stabilization of sand dunes and establishment of shelterbelts. DARS was reorganized as Desert Afforestation and Soil Conservation Station (DASCS) in 1957 which was renamed as Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI) in 1959.

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