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| Jhumming: The 'slash and burn' agriculture is known as, 'Milpa' in Mexico and Central America, 'Conuco' in Venezuela, 'Roca' in Brazil, 'Masole' in Central Africa, 'Ladang' in Indonesia, 'Ray' in Vietnam. In India, this primitive form of cultivation is called 'Bewar' or 'Dahiya' in Madhya Pradesh, 'Podu' or 'Penda' in Andhra Pradesh, 'Pama Dabi' or 'Koman' or 'Bringa' in Odisha, 'Kumari' in Western Ghats, 'Valre' or 'Waltre' in South-eastern Rajasthan, 'Khil' in the Himalayan belt, 'Kuruwa' in Jharkhand, and 'Jhumming' in the North-eastern region. |
What is the 'slash and burn' agriculture called in Jharkhand?
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| Commercial Farming: The main characteristic of this type of farming is the use of higher doses of modern inputs, e.g. high yielding variety (HYV) seeds, chemical fertilisers, insecticides and pesticides in order to obtain higher productivity. The degree of commercialisation of agriculture varies from one region to another. For example, rice is a commercial crop in Haryana and Punjab, but in Odisha, it is a subsistence crop. |
The degree of commercialisation of agriculture varies from one region to another. Explain it with an example.
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| Commercial Farming: The main characteristic of this type of farming is the use of higher doses of modern inputs, e.g. high yielding variety (HYV) seeds, chemical fertilisers, insecticides and pesticides in order to obtain higher productivity. The degree of commercialisation of agriculture varies from one region to another. For example, rice is a commercial crop in Haryana and Punjab, but in Odisha, it is a subsistence crop. |
What is the main characteristics of commercial farming?
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| Commercial Farming: The main characteristic of this type of farming is the use of higher doses of modern inputs, e.g. high yielding variety (HYV) seeds, chemical fertilisers, insecticides and pesticides in order to obtain higher productivity. The degree of commercialisation of agriculture varies from one region to another. For example, rice is a commercial crop in Haryana and Punjab, but in Odisha, it is a subsistence crop. |
Which of the following is not used in order to obtain higher productivity in farming?
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| Commercial Farming: The main characteristic of this type of farming is the use of higher doses of modern inputs, e.g. high yielding variety (HYV) seeds, chemical fertilisers, insecticides and pesticides in order to obtain higher productivity. The degree of commercialisation of agriculture varies from one region to another. For example, rice is a commercial crop in Haryana and Punjab, but in Odisha, it is a subsistence crop. |
Which of the following is a commercial crop in Haryana?
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Differentiate between one party and two party system.
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"Political parties play an important role in democratic countries." Justify the statement.
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Democracy’s ability to generate its own support is itself an outcome that cannot be ignored.’ Support the statement with examples.
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‘There is an overwhelming support for the idea of democracy in South Asia.’ Support the statement with examples.
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Read the given text and answer the following questions:
Ever since humans appeared on the earth, they have used different means of communication. But, the pace of change, has been rapid in modern times. Long-distance communication is far easier without the physical movement of the communicator or receiver. Personal communication and mass communication including television, radio, press, films, etc. are the major means of communication in the country. The Indian postal network is the largest in the world. It handles parcels as well as personal written communications. Cards and envelopes are considered first-class mail and are airlifted between stations covering both land and air. The second-class mail includes book packets, registered newspapers and periodicals. They are carried by surface mail, covering land and water transport. To facilitate quick delivery of mail in large towns and cities, six mail channels have been introduced recently. They are called Rajdhani Channel, Metro Channel, Green Channel, Business Channel, Bulk Mail Channel and Periodical Channel.
- Examine the role of the Indian postal network.
- Differentiate between mass communication and personal communication.
- Analyse the significance of communication for a nation.
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Fill in the blank:
| SECTOR | CRITERIA USED |
| Primary, Secondary & Tertiary | Nature of economic activity |
| Organized & Unorganized | ? |
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‘Tertiary sector is different from other sectors.’ Justify the statement with suitable arguments.
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‘Manufacturing sector is considered as the backbone of general and economic development.’ Examine the statement in the context of India.
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Describe the role of political parties in India.
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Describe the necessity or utility of political parties in democratic countries.
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Differentiate between ruling and opposition parties.
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Explain, how the rise of political parties are directly linked to the emergence of representative democracies.
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"Democracy is better than any other alternative government." Justify the statement.
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How do double coincidence of wants arise?
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Why did Europeans flee to America in 19th century? Identify the correct reason from the following options:
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