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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

What is the most common type of strip cropping?

  1. Contour strip cropping

  2. Field strip cropping

  3. Wind strip cropping

  4. All of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Contour strip cropping is the most common type of strip cropping. It involves planting crops in alternating strips that follow the contours of the land. This helps to reduce soil erosion by slowing down the flow of water.

Multiple choice

What are some of the best crops to use in strip cropping?

  1. Corn and soybeans

  2. Wheat and barley

  3. Alfalfa and clover

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

There are many different crops that can be used in strip cropping, including corn, soybeans, wheat, barley, alfalfa, and clover. The best crops to use will depend on the specific climate and soil conditions.

Multiple choice

The Green Revolution, which led to a significant increase in agricultural production in India, began in which decade?

  1. 1950s

  2. 1960s

  3. 1970s

  4. 1980s
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Green Revolution, a period of rapid agricultural growth and modernization, began in India in the 1960s. It involved the introduction of high-yielding crop varieties, improved irrigation techniques, and the use of fertilizers and pesticides.

Multiple choice

The Green Revolution had a significant impact on India's agricultural production. Which of the following crops saw the greatest increase in production during this period?

  1. Rice

  2. Wheat

  3. Maize

  4. Sugarcane
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Wheat production in India increased the most during the Green Revolution, from 11 million tonnes in 1960-61 to 55 million tonnes in 1970-71.

Multiple choice

Which crop is known for its tolerance to acidic soils?

  1. Rice

  2. Wheat

  3. Maize

  4. Soybean
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Rice is a crop that can tolerate acidic conditions better than many other crops.

Multiple choice

Which crop is particularly sensitive to soil acidity and often shows stunted growth?

  1. Wheat

  2. Rice

  3. Maize

  4. Soybean
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Soybean is a crop that is particularly sensitive to soil acidity and often shows stunted growth in acidic conditions.

Multiple choice

Which cotton variety is primarily grown in the Western Zone?

  1. American Upland

  2. Egyptian

  3. Sea Island

  4. Pima
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A Correct answer
Explanation

American Upland is the primary cotton variety grown in the Western Zone, accounting for over 90% of the total production.

Multiple choice

What is the approximate area under cotton cultivation in the Western Zone?

  1. 2 million hectares

  2. 3 million hectares

  3. 4 million hectares

  4. 5 million hectares
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Western Zone has approximately 4 million hectares of land under cotton cultivation.

Multiple choice

What is the main factor contributing to the high productivity of cotton in the Western Zone?

  1. Favorable climate

  2. Advanced irrigation techniques

  3. Fertile soil

  4. Government subsidies
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The favorable climate, with warm temperatures and adequate sunlight, is the main factor contributing to the high productivity of cotton in the Western Zone.

Multiple choice

What is the main crop cultivated in the Thar Desert?

  1. Wheat

  2. Rice

  3. Bajra

  4. Maize
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bajra is the main crop cultivated in the Thar Desert due to its drought-resistant properties.

Multiple choice

What is the main cash crop grown in the state of Punjab?

  1. Wheat

  2. Rice

  3. Cotton

  4. Sugarcane
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Wheat is the main cash crop grown in the state of Punjab.

Multiple choice

What is the main cash crop grown in the state of Andhra Pradesh?

  1. Rice

  2. Cotton

  3. Sugarcane

  4. Tobacco
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Tobacco is the main cash crop grown in the state of Andhra Pradesh.

Multiple choice

What is the main cash crop grown in the state of Karnataka?

  1. Coffee

  2. Rice

  3. Sugarcane

  4. Cotton
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Coffee is the main cash crop grown in the state of Karnataka.

Multiple choice

What is the main cash crop grown in the state of Kerala?

  1. Rubber

  2. Coconut

  3. Tea

  4. Coffee
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Explanation

Rubber is the main cash crop grown in the state of Kerala.

Multiple choice

What is the main cash crop grown in the state of Tamil Nadu?

  1. Rice

  2. Sugarcane

  3. Cotton

  4. Coconut
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Coconut is the main cash crop grown in the state of Tamil Nadu.