In the following question, there are two statements one is labelled Assertion (A) and another one as Reason (R). Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Assertion (A): Except for the Himalayas, the growing period almost extends over whole of the year.
Reason (R): Agriculture and allied activities account for about half of India's total income.
Reason (R): Agriculture and allied activities account for about half of India's total income.
Important Questions on Indian Geography
In the following question, there are two statements one is labelled Assertion (A) and another one as Reason (R). Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Assertion (A): The growth rate of rice has not kept pace with the growth rate of wheat.
Reason (R): Green Revolution has failed to increase the production of rice substantially in the rainfed areas of Eastern India.
In the following question, there are two statements one is labelled Assertion (A) and another one as Reason (R). Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Assertion (A): The climatic conditions for wheat are below optimum in India.
Reason (R): Indian winter is short, relatively warm and dry than what wheat needs.
If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country?
I. Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of waste water.
II. The water requirements of coastal cities with inadequate alternative sources of water will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for the use of ocean water.
III. All the rivers of Himalayan origin will be linked to the rivers of peninsular India.
IV. The expenses incurred by farmers for digging bore-wells and for installing motors and pump-sets to draw groundwater will be completely reimbursed by the Government.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
The given map with shaded region shows:
