3.7. Exercises

Choose the right answers of the following from the given options.

(i) Which one of the following is NOT a land-use category? (a) Fallow land (b) Marginal land (c) Net Area Sown (d) Culturable Wasteland

(ii) What one of the following is the main reason due to which share of forest has shown an increase in the last forty years? (a) Extensive and efficient efforts of afforestation (b) Increase in community forest land (c) Increase in notified area allocated for forest growth (d) Better peoples’ participation in managing forest area.

(iii) Which one of the following is the main form of degradation in irrigated areas? (a) Gully erosion (b) Wind erosion (c) Salinisation of soils (d) Siltation of land

(iv) Which one of the following crops is not cultivated under dryland farming? (a) Ragi (b) Jowar (c) Groundnut (d) Sugarcane

(v) In which of the following group of countries of the world, HYVs of wheat and rice were developed? (a) Japan and Australia (b) U.S.A. and Japan (c) Mexico and Philippines (d) Mexico and Singapore

This section includes multiple-choice questions aimed at testing students’ understanding of land use categories, environmental issues, and agricultural development concepts. The questions cover topics such as the classification of land, reasons for increase in forest areas, degradation in irrigation practices, and dryland farming practices. Students need to select the correct answer from the provided options which reflects their grasp of the content discussed in the chapter.

Think of this section like a quiz on a game show where participants must select the right answer to win. Just as contestants prepare by understanding the game’s rules, students should review their learning materials to ensure they can confidently answer questions about land use and its impacts.

Answer the following questions in about 30 words.

(i) Differentiate between barren and wasteland and culturable wasteland. (ii) How would you distinguish between net sown area and gross cropped area? (iii) Why is the strategy of increasing cropping intensity important in a country like India? (iv) How do you measure total cultivable land? (v) What is the difference between dryland and wetland farming?

This part encourages students to articulate their knowledge in brief answers. It prompts critical thinking by asking them to explain differences between concepts (such as barren land versus culturable wasteland) and discuss essential agricultural practices. These questions are meant to deepen comprehension of land types and usage strategies, specifically highlighting how to measure farmland areas and classify farming methods based on moisture availability.

Imagine you are making a recipe. Each ingredient has a specific purpose. Similarly, different types of land and farming practices serve unique roles in agricultural productivity, just as each part of the recipe is important for the dish's success.

Answer the following questions in about 150 words.

(i) What are the different types of environmental problems of land resources in India? (ii) What are the important strategies for agricultural development followed in the post-independence period in India?

This segment allows for a more comprehensive exploration of specific environmental issues and agricultural strategies in India. Students are encouraged to detail the various environmental challenges, such as erosion, salinization, and biodiversity loss, caused by land use mismanagement. Furthermore, they can delve into the strategies initiated post-independence, like the Green Revolution and measures for sustainable agriculture, enhancing their understanding of India's efforts in boosting agricultural productivity while facing challenges.

Consider a community trying to protect its local park from pollution. Just as they might implement clean-up efforts and plant more trees, India has adopted various strategies to combat environmental concerns and improve farming methods. These efforts represent a collective response to ensure sustainability and productivity.

--