A large number of Himalayan Rivers is Perennial. What could be its impact on Indian agriculture?
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Himalaya plays an important role in our agriculture. It influences our agriculture system in following ways:
Himalayas act as a barrier for the chilly or cold winds coming from north. Therefore, provides a suitable environment for the growth of agriculture crops.
The rivers flowing through Himalayas are snow fed and hence perennial. These rivers provide water for irrigation and fertile alluvial soil in northern plains.
Himalaya region are suitable for cultivation of tea plantation, orchards, medicinal plants and herbs etc. which are excellent source of income and provide boost to our agrarian economy.
Himalayan region offers several sites which are suitable for the production of the hydroelectricity which helps in fulfilling the requirement of water for agriculture