a) Which is the most imp food crop of india. What is it’s position in world? b)Wrote and temp and rain fall for this crop. c)Name 4 major regions of rice cultivation. d)Name 4 states which produce irrigated rice .
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Question 1.
Write four points to stress the importance of agriculture in India. (2013)
Or, Why is India called an agriculturally important country? Write four supportive arguments.
Or, ‘Agriculture has been the backbone of the Indian Economy’ Explain the statement by giving reason. (2017 D)
Answer:
India is an agricultural country because of the following reasons:
Two-third of its population is engaged in agricultural activities which provide livelihood.
Agriculture is a primary activity and produces most of the food and foodgrains that we consume.
It produces raw materials for our various industries, e.g., cotton textile and sugar industry.
Some agricultural products, like tea, coffee and spices, are exported and earn foreign exchange.
The share of agriculture in providing employment and livelihood to the population continued to be as high as 63% in 2001.
Question 2.
Why do farming practices vary in different regions? Give three major reasons.
Answer:
Three major reasons are:
Physical environment, i.e., relief, soil and climate.
Technological know-how.
Socio-cultural practices.