Resources and Development Overview
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Resources and Development Overview

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What term describes everything available in our environment that can be used to satisfy our needs?

  • Resources (correct)
  • Development
  • Sustainability
  • Utilization

    • Which type of resource is characterized as non-renewable?

  • Abiotic
  • Renewable
  • Fossil fuels (correct)
  • Biotic

    • What is the primary aim of sustainable development?

  • Maximize resource usage
  • Ensure future needs are compromised
  • Develop resources at all costs
  • Protect the environment for future generations (correct)

    • What was adopted at the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992?

    <p>Agenda 21</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting whether a resource is classified as such?

    <p>Geographical location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does resource planning ensure?

    <p>Equitable distribution and conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to resources that are available but not yet developed for use?

    <p>Potential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major problem is associated with the indiscriminate use of resources?

    <p>Centralized control of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most important characteristic of soil?

    <p>It takes millions of years to form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of soil is known for its richness in minerals like potash and phosphoric acid?

    <p>Alluvial soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of overgrazing?

    <p>High livestock population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is black soil commonly found?

    <p>Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes arid soil?

    <p>Sandy texture and saline nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of black soil?

    <p>Cotton farming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which regions is red and yellow soil found?

    <p>Eastern and southern parts of the Deccan Plateau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to minimize overgrazing?

    <p>To prevent soil degradation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of soil used for growing cotton?

    <p>It develops deep cracks during hot weather.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which regions in India are noted for having soil suitable for cotton cultivation?

    <p>Plateau areas of Maharashtra and Gujarat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of India is classified as mountainous land?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one advantage of mountainous regions in India?

    <p>They serve as good tourism destinations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is resource planning considered essential?

    <p>It helps in reducing wastage and future requirements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue has arisen in Punjab due to irrational consumption of resources?

    <p>Waterlogging and increased salinity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of soil is predominantly found in the river deltas of the Indian coast?

    <p>Alluvial soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature of plateaus in India?

    <p>Heavily forested regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary components that make up alluvial soil?

    <p>Silt, sand, and clay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river systems are responsible for the formation of alluvial soil?

    <p>Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are alluvial soils classified based on their age?

    <p>Khadar and Bangar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which crop is suitable for cultivation in alluvial soil?

    <p>Paddy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic difference between Khadar and Bangar soil?

    <p>Bangar has a higher concentration of kankar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one characteristic of alluvial soil found in the river deltas of the Indian coast?

    <p>Extremely fertile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of alluvial soil is predominantly found in delta regions?

    <p>Khadar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a human activity contributing to land degradation?

    <p>Mineral processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for effective resource planning?

    <p>Identification and inventory of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one impact of overirrigation in regions like Punjab and Haryana?

    <p>Land degradation due to waterlogging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the fine texture of delta alluvial soil indicate?

    <p>Fine-grained and more clayey composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of abandoned mining sites?

    <p>Deep scars on the land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT typically found in abundance in alluvial soils?

    <p>Heavy metals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of soil is primarily found in Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu?

    <p>Laterite soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main crops supported by laterite soil?

    <p>Coffee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common cause of soil erosion?

    <p>Flooding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is sheet erosion?

    <p>Removal of topsoil from large areas by surface water runoff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conservation method involves farming across the contour lines of the land?

    <p>Contour ploughing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which area is forest soil primarily found in India?

    <p>Hilly areas from Kashmir to Arunachal Pradesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of laterite soil?

    <p>It develops in areas with high temperatures and heavy rainfall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one method used to protect soil from erosion?

    <p>Contour ploughing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Resources and Development

    • Resources are everything in the environment that can satisfy our needs, given technological access, economic feasibility, and cultural acceptance.
    • Resources are classified based on their origin (biotic or abiotic), exhaustibility (renewable or non-renewable), and ownership (individual, community, national, international).
    • Resources are also classified by their developmental status (potential, developed, stock, reserve).
    • Major problems with resource development include centralized control in the hands of a few, causing disparity between rich and poor, and wasteful resource use.
    • Sustainable development emphasizes development without harming the environment, ensuring future generations have enough resources.
    • Agenda 21 was adopted at the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit (1992), focusing on combating diseases and poverty, creating local agendas for sustainable development.
    • Resource planning is a systematic strategy for efficient and sustainable resource use, aiming for equitable distribution and future conservation.
    • This involves stages like identification and inventory, mapping, resource characteristics, and properties.

    Land Resources

    • Land is a finite resource.
    • Land is used for various purposes, including forests, land not suitable for cultivation, barren/wasteland, cultivable wasteland, fallow land, and net sown area.
    • The gross cropped area includes the net sown area and areas sown multiple times in a year.
    • Land degradation decreases land quality, making it unsuitable for agriculture due to human and natural activities.
    • Land conservation efforts should include minimizing land use, reducing overgrazing, reducing mining, and afforestation.

    Soil as a Resource

    • Soil is a vital renewable resource taking millions of years to form.
    • Various types of soil include alluvial, arid, laterite, red and yellow, and black soil, each with unique characteristics (mineral composition, texture, and formation).
    • Alluvial soils are fertile and found in river deltas, rich in potash, phosphorus, and lime.
    • Black soils are well-suited for cotton cultivation, known as regur.
    • Arid soils are sandy and saline, prevalent in dry climates.
    • Red and yellow soils are common in parts of the Deccan plateau, while laterite soils are found in areas with high rainfall and temperatures.
    • Forest soils are found in areas with sufficient rainfall.
    • Soil erosion occurs when the soil cover is removed, through actions like deforestation, overgrazing, construction, and mining.

    Soil Conservation

    • Soil conservation methods include contour plowing, control of grazing, terrace farming, strip cropping, and shelter belts.

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    Explore the various classifications of resources based on their origin, exhaustibility, and ownership. This quiz delves into the importance of sustainable development and the challenges faced in resource management. Understand the significance of Agenda 21 and its role in fostering local agendas for a sustainable future.

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