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Agricultural Practices in India

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Agricultural practices in India form a core segment of geography and economics syllabi. This hub covers crop distribution, farming techniques, and land measurement terms. These concepts regularly appear in SSC, state PSC, and civil services examinations.

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Agricultural Practices in India Questions

Multiple choice

Which river is known for its role in the Green Revolution and is a major source of irrigation for agriculture in several states in India?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Narmada

  4. Sutlej
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Sutlej River is known for its role in the Green Revolution and is a major source of irrigation for agriculture in several states in India.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a primary factor of agricultural production?

  1. Land

  2. Labor

  3. Capital

  4. Technology

  5. Climate
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

Climate is not a primary factor of agricultural production, as it is an external factor that cannot be controlled by farmers.

Multiple choice

A farmer has 120 acres of land. He plants wheat on 2/5 of the land, rice on 1/3 of the land, and the rest is left fallow. How many acres of land are left fallow?

  1. 24

  2. 36

  3. 48

  4. 60
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The farmer plants wheat on 120 * 2/5 = 48 acres of land and rice on 120 * 1/3 = 40 acres of land. Therefore, the total area used for farming is 48 + 40 = 88 acres. The remaining 120 - 88 = 32 acres are left fallow.

Multiple choice

A farmer has 100 acres of land. He plants wheat on 40% of the land, rice on 30% of the land, and the rest is left fallow. How many acres of land are left fallow?

  1. 20

  2. 30

  3. 40

  4. 50
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The farmer plants wheat on 100 * 40% = 40 acres of land and rice on 100 * 30% = 30 acres of land. Therefore, the total area used for farming is 40 + 30 = 70 acres. The remaining 100 - 70 = 30 acres are left fallow.

Multiple choice

What was the primary agricultural crop cultivated in the Reddi kingdom?

  1. Rice

  2. Wheat

  3. Cotton

  4. Sugarcane
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Rice was the primary agricultural crop cultivated in the Reddi kingdom, as it was well-suited to the region's climate and soil conditions.

Multiple choice

Which technology enables consumers to grow their own food in urban environments?

  1. Vertical Farming

  2. Aquaponics

  3. Aeroponics

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Vertical Farming, Aquaponics, and Aeroponics are all technologies that allow consumers to grow their own food in urban environments, providing fresh and locally sourced produce.

Multiple choice

The Western Coastal Plains are a major producer of:

  1. Cotton

  2. Sugarcane

  3. Rice

  4. Wheat
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Western Coastal Plains are a major producer of cotton.

Multiple choice

The Western Coastal Plains are a major producer of:

  1. Cashew nuts

  2. Coconuts

  3. Bananas

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Western Coastal Plains are a major producer of cashew nuts, coconuts, and bananas.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the practice of cultivating a variety of crops in the same area during different seasons?

  1. Crop rotation

  2. Monoculture

  3. Intercropping

  4. Agroforestry
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Crop rotation is a sustainable agricultural practice that involves growing different crops in the same area in a sequential manner, typically over a period of several years, to improve soil health, reduce pest and disease problems, and maintain crop yields.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional Indian agricultural practice that promotes biodiversity and food security?

  1. Jhum cultivation

  2. Agroforestry

  3. Permaculture

  4. Organic farming
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Agroforestry is a traditional Indian agricultural practice that integrates trees and shrubs with crops and livestock. It promotes biodiversity by providing habitat for a variety of species, enhances soil fertility, and contributes to food security by providing a diverse range of products, including fruits, nuts, and timber.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a type of crop grown in ancient India?

  1. Rice

  2. Wheat

  3. Cotton

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Rice, wheat, and cotton are all types of crops grown in ancient India.

Multiple choice

Which variety of coffee, known for its rich flavor and aroma, is cultivated in the high-altitude regions of Coorg, Karnataka?

  1. Arabica Coffee

  2. Robusta Coffee

  3. Liberica Coffee

  4. Kopi Luwak Coffee
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Arabica Coffee, with its distinct flavor and aroma, is a prized beverage in India and holds a GI tag for its unique characteristics associated with Coorg.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a major agricultural product of the Deccan Plateau?

  1. Rice

  2. Wheat

  3. Cotton

  4. Sugarcane
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Cotton is a major agricultural product of the Deccan Plateau. It is grown in the black soil regions of the plateau, which are known for their fertility.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a type of agricultural policy?

  1. Price policy

  2. Land policy

  3. Input policy

  4. Marketing policy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Land policy is not a type of agricultural policy. It is a broader policy that governs the use and ownership of land, including agricultural land.

Multiple choice

The Third Five-Year Plan aimed to increase food grain production to what level by the end of the plan period?

  1. 100 million tonnes

  2. 110 million tonnes

  3. 120 million tonnes

  4. 130 million tonnes
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Third Five-Year Plan aimed to increase food grain production to 100 million tonnes by the end of the plan period.