Question

 Method of cleaning and separation of pulses post harvesting.(any 1)
 Precautions taken during storage and packaging of pulses.(only 3)
 Polishing of Pulses- advantages and disadvantages.(only3)
 What improvement in technology can be brought about to reduce the losses and make the production of pulses more cost effective?(in about 50 words, only for classes VII and VIII)
 Role of pulses in lowering water and carbon footprint(in about 50 words, only for classes VII and VIII)
 Pulses- a powerful super food: List the nutritional content and prepare a chart on the
following parameters : ( for any 5 pulses )
Name of pulses
Nutrient present
Nutritional
benefits
Harmful effects on health

Answer 1

Advantages-1-They look more attractive and shiny
                    2-Polishing makes them microbes resistant
                    3-Polishing increases its durability

Disadvantages:-1-They loose some of their nutrients by polishing
                          2-They affect badly on consumer health
                          3-Polishing decreases the nutritional value  

Answer 2

Method of pulse cleaning - Pressure pulse cleaning