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What is the primary difference between landless farmers and small plot cultivators in Palampur?

  • Landless farmers cultivate large areas of land while small plot cultivators work on tiny plots.
  • Small plot cultivators produce surplus crops while landless farmers struggle to make ends meet.
  • Small plot cultivators use modern farming techniques while landless farmers use traditional methods.
  • Landless farmers rely on wage labor while small plot cultivators own the land they cultivate. (correct)

    • Why is cultivation of small plots less than 2 hectares not financially viable in Palampur?

  • The size of the plots does not generate sufficient income due to their small scale. (correct)
  • Modern machinery is not available for farming small plots efficiently.
  • The small plots are infertile and produce low yields.
  • Farmers lack the necessary skills to cultivate small plots effectively.

    • What makes some large farmers in Palampur more successful compared to small farmers?

  • Large farmers cultivate multiple crops in a year, increasing their income potential. (correct)
  • Large farmers use traditional farming methods while small farmers use modern techniques.
  • Large farmers own more land but are unable to utilize it effectively for cultivation.
  • Small farmers are more efficient in utilizing capital for farming than large farmers.

    • How do farmers in Palampur manage their wheat produce in terms of consumption and surplus?

    <p>Farmers keep enough wheat for family consumption and sell the surplus at the market.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which crop is predominantly grown during the rainy season (kharif) in Palampur?

    <p>Jowar and bajra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does sugarcane cultivation play in the farming practices of Palampur?

    <p>Sugarcane is grown as a cash crop to boost farmer income.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do modern farming methods have limited usage in Palampur?

    <p>Modern methods are too expensive for small-scale farmers in Palampur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'More than half the area of the village is covered by plots that are quite large in size' - Why might this be a disadvantage for some farmers in Palampur?

    <p>Large plots are harder to irrigate effectively compared to small plots.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'A few of the large farmers have land extending over 10 hectares or more' - Why might this fact be detrimental to the overall farming landscape of Palampur?

    <p>'Too many eggs in one basket' indicates that large landholdings pose economic risks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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