Class 8 Geography Quiz
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What is considered as a primary activity in the context of economic activities?

Agriculture is considered as a primary activity, which includes growing crops, fruits, vegetables, flowers, and rearing livestock.

What are the three types of economic activities involved in the transformation from a plant to a finished product?

The three types of economic activities involved are primary, secondary, and tertiary activities.

What percentage of the global population is engaged in agricultural activities on average?

On a global average, about 50% of people are engaged in agricultural activities.

Why is agriculture considered one of the greatest inventions of mankind?

<p>Agriculture is considered one of the greatest inventions of mankind because it is fundamental to the development of a civilised society and marks a transition from food gathering to more permanent agriculture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much of India's population is still dependent on agriculture?

<p>Two-thirds of India’s population is still dependent on agriculture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Primary Economic Activities

  • Primary activities involve extracting or harvesting natural resources, such as agriculture, mining, and fishing.

Types of Economic Activities

  • Three types of economic activities involved in transforming raw materials into finished products:
    • Primary activities: extracting or harvesting natural resources (e.g., agriculture)
    • Secondary activities: manufacturing or processing raw materials into semi-finished or finished products
    • Tertiary activities: providing services related to the production and distribution of goods

Global Agriculture

  • Approximately 40% of the global population is engaged in agricultural activities on average.

Importance of Agriculture

  • Agriculture is considered one of the greatest inventions of mankind, as it enabled the production of food surpluses, leading to the development of settled societies and civilizations.

Agriculture in India

  • Around 50% of India's population is still dependent on agriculture for their livelihood.

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