Agriculture And Soil In Indian Geography - Study Mode

[#186] Which of the following state is the largest wheat producing state in India?
Correct Answer

(B) Uttar Pradesh

Explanation

Solution: According to the figures of 2013-14, Uttar Pradesh ranks first in wheat production followed by Punjab and Madhya Pradesh.

[#187] Sucrose content in sugarcane decreases ________
Correct Answer

(B) If high rainfall occurs during the period of growth of the plant

Explanation

Solution: Sucrose content in sugarcane decreases If high rainfall occurs during the period of growth of the plant.

[#188] "Blue Revolution" is related to
Correct Answer

(A) Fish production

Explanation

Solution: The rapid increase in the production of fish is termed as the "Blue Revolution", India ranks 3rd in the world after Peru and China.

[#189] India is the largest producer and exporter of ?
Correct Answer

(A) Cotton

Explanation

Solution: According to figure of 2014-15, India ranks first in cotton production. India ranked behind China (6.48 million ton) with a production of 6.51 million ton. Chile ranks first in copper production, China in mica and tea.

[#190] Which of the following soils is very hard to cultivate?
Correct Answer

(D) Sandy

Explanation

Solution: Sandy soils is very hard to cultivate. The soil feels gritty between your fingers, your soil is sandy. When rolled in the hand to make a sausage shape, it crumbles and falls apart and won't hold its shape. Water drains away quickly, though sandy soils can develop a hard pan that impedes drainage.