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What are crops of the same kind cultivated at one place on a large scale called?
What are crops of the same kind cultivated at one place on a large scale called?
- Plantation
- Polyculture
- Monoculture (correct)
- Agroforestry
Why is paddy not grown in the winter season?
Why is paddy not grown in the winter season?
- Paddy requires a lot of water (correct)
- Winter season has low humidity
- Winter season has high temperature
- Paddy requires excessive sunlight
What are the crops grown in the winter season called?
What are the crops grown in the winter season called?
- Summer crops
- Kharif crops
- Monsoon crops
- Rabi crops (correct)
Which season in India is generally suitable for sowing kharif crops?
Which season in India is generally suitable for sowing kharif crops?
Where are the climatic conditions like temperature, humidity and rainfall mentioned to vary?
Where are the climatic conditions like temperature, humidity and rainfall mentioned to vary?
What is the first step before growing a crop?
What is the first step before growing a crop?
Why is the loosening of soil important for cultivation of crops?
Why is the loosening of soil important for cultivation of crops?
What is the process of loosening and turning of the soil called?
What is the process of loosening and turning of the soil called?
What does levelling the field help with?
What does levelling the field help with?
What are the main tools used for breaking soil clumps to get better yield?
What are the main tools used for breaking soil clumps to get better yield?
Study Notes
Crop Cultivation
- Crops of the same kind cultivated at one place on a large scale are called a plantation.
Seasonal Crop Growth
- Paddy is not grown in the winter season due to its specific temperature and moisture requirements.
- Crops grown in the winter season are called rabi crops.
- Kharif crops are generally suitable for sowing in the summer season in India.
Climate and Soil
- Climatic conditions like temperature, humidity, and rainfall vary from region to region.
- The first step before growing a crop is preparation of the soil.
- Loosening of soil is important for cultivation of crops as it allows roots to breathe and absorb water and nutrients.
- The process of loosening and turning of the soil is called ploughing.
- Levelling the field helps with even distribution of water and nutrients.
Soil Preparation
- Main tools used for breaking soil clumps to get better yield are plough, cultivator, and harrow.
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Test your knowledge on the types of crops and their classification based on the season in which they grow. Explore the diversity of crops in different regions and their adaptation to varying climatic conditions.
