India-Resources and Their Development

The chapter emphasises the resources and defines the types of resources- human and natural resources. The importance, classification, and distribution of these resources are covered. It also provides a brief account of the need for resource planning.

This chapter throws light on the naturally available resources. Soil formation, types, and distribution of soils are explained. Also, the explanation of changing land-use patterns, land degradation, and conservation measures are included.

This chapter provides us with details on forest and wildlife resources. It elaborates on the types and distribution of forests and significant forests in India. It also gives an insight into the depletion of forests and their adverse effects.

This chapter gives an overview of water resources. Sources, distribution, and utilisation of water are identified. It also describes multipurpose projects, water scarcity, and the need for conservation and management of water.

This chapter talks about agriculture and defines types of farming, major crops, and cropping patterns. It identifies technological and institutional reforms and their impact. It also explains the contribution of agriculture to the national economy.

This chapter elaborates on mineral resources. It discusses types of minerals and highlights modes of mining, distribution, and economic importance of minerals. It also emphasises the conservation of mineral resources.

This chapter focuses on power resources by discussing the types of power resources. It specifies Indian-oil resources and non-conventional sources of energy. It also highlights the conservation of mineral resources.

This chapter talks about manufacturing industries. It discusses the types, distribution, and contribution of industries to the national economy. It also describes industrial pollution and degradation and highlights some measures to control it.

This chapter discusses how changes in transportation have coincided with changes in communication and trade. It emphasises the importance of trade and tourism as modes of communication and transportation in a country's economic development.