Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#601] Match the following List-I List-II a. Saffron 1. Karewa Lands b. Barley 2. Valley of Kashmir c. Rice 3. Ladakh d. Maize 4. Pampore
Correct Answer

(B) a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1

Explanation

Solution: The correct match is : Saffron - Pampore Barley - Ladakh Rice - Valley of Kashmir Maize - Karewa Lands

[#602] The people of Jammu and Kashmir are largely engaged in which of the following sectors of economic activities?
Correct Answer

(C) Agriculture or Primary sector

Explanation

Solution: Jammu and Kashmir has only 30% of the reporting area under cultivation yet agriculture supports around 70% of the population. The cold desert region of Ladakh gives little scope of cultivation. However, the climatic diversity from sub-tropical to temperate to cold provides a variety of crops, fruits, vegetables and flowers to these regions.

[#603] Amla cultivation is encouraged in which place of Jammu?
Correct Answer

(C) Akhnoor

Explanation

Solution: Amla cultivation is encouraged in Akhnoor (Jammu district), Samba and Kathua districts.

[#604] Which of the following places or regions of the valley known for the cultivation of Saffron crop?
Correct Answer

(A) Pampore

Explanation

Solution: Pampore town, 15 km from Srinagar is world famous for producing high grade saffron.

[#605] Which district is also called 'Mini Punjab' due to large scale production of vegetables in Jammu and Kashmir?
Correct Answer

(D) Budgam

Explanation

Solution: Budgam district is the largest producer of vegetables like spinach, cabbage, potato, tomato, onion and peas. It is also called Mini Punjab.