Question

Training and visit (T&V) system was introduced in which year?

• A. 1967
• B. 1974
• C. 1966
• D. 1972

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1974

 Training and visit (T&V) system (1974)

• The Training and Visit (T&V) system, the brain child of Dr. Daniel Benor (World Bank Consultant) was introduced in India in 1974 for all round development of agricultural extension system in the country to introduce observation, training and technology transfer to the farmers and extension workers so as to enable them achieving greater productivity and production in the agricultural sector.

• This system has been introduced at first in 1974 in two states viz., Rajasthan and West Bengal and then spread to another 16 states of the country aimed at building a professional extension service that is capable of assisting farmers in raising production, increasing incomes and of providing appropriate support for agricultural development.

• The important features of this system include professionalism, as single line of command, concentration of effort, time bound work, field and farmer orientation, regular and continuous training and close linkages with research. The creation of a dynamic link between farmers, professional extension workers, and researchers was done through the training and visit systems of extension.

• By adopting and implementing T&V system in its extension network India gained a lot in increasing its food production with scientific means coupled with effective technology transfer system.