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Agriculture is one of the most important human activities that shapes the environment, economy and society. It is the cultivation of plants and animals for food, fibre, fuel and other products. Agriculture also involves the management of land, water, soil, biodiversity and climate. 🌎
In this chapter, you will learn about the different types of agriculture, such as subsistence, commercial, intensive, extensive, plantation, mixed and shifting cultivation. You will also explore the factors that influence the choice of crops, such as physical, social, economic and technological factors. You will also understand the major crops grown in India and their distribution, production and problems. You will also learn about the role of irrigation, fertilizers, pesticides and organic farming in enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. 💦
By studying this chapter, you will be able to:
This chapter is designed to help you prepare for your board exams as well as competitive exams like NTSE, Olympiads and KVPY. It is based on the latest NCERT syllabus and follows the CBSE guidelines. It also provides you with:
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Agriculture is one of the most important human activities that shapes the environment, economy and society. It is the cultivation of plants and animals for food, fibre, fuel and other products. Agriculture also involves the management of land, water, soil, biodiversity and climate. 🌎
In this chapter, you will learn about the different types of agriculture, such as subsistence, commercial, intensive, extensive, plantation, mixed and shifting cultivation. You will also explore the factors that influence the choice of crops, such as physical, social, economic and technological factors. You will also understand the major crops grown in India and their distribution, production and problems. You will also learn about the role of irrigation, fertilizers, pesticides and organic farming in enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. 💦
By studying this chapter, you will be able to:
This chapter is designed to help you prepare for your board exams as well as competitive exams like NTSE, Olympiads and KVPY. It is based on the latest NCERT syllabus and follows the CBSE guidelines. It also provides you with: