GSEB Class 8 Social Science Chapter 11 Agriculture

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GSEB Social Science Class 8 Chapter 11 Agriculture

 

Answer the following questions:

[Q] State the factors affecting agriculture.

Ans. Agriculture is influenced by the following factors, –

Physical factors:

Climate: The type of crops that can be grown depends on the temperature and rainfall. Rice grows in tropical and wet climates, whereas wheat grows in cooler and dryer climates.

Relief: – Crops can be grown at different altitudes and on different slopes. Most crops grow well on plains, but some crops, like tea, need well-drained soils.

Soil: – Crop cultivation is affected by the type of soil. Fertile soils produce more crops, whereas poor soils produce less or require more fertilizer.

Socio-economic factors: – Farming is influenced by capital and technology. Better farm inputs like seeds, manure fertilizers, irrigation facilities, and implements require capital. Technology is needed to increase crop yields.

 

[Q] What does the government do to help farmers develop agriculture?

The government provides farmers with continuous information, new technologies and guidance through radio, television, newspapers, kisan channel, kisan sms on mobile, toll free number 1800 180 1551 [kisan call center] as well as e-khedut farmer webportal. agricultural credit is provided to farmers for financial assistance through kisan credit cards and nationalized and co-operative banks.

 

[Q] Which are the main crops grown in Gujarat?

Wheat, rice, and ragi is the main crop grown in Gujarat.

 

[Q] Name the types of agriculture?

The types of agriculture are:

• Subsistence farming
• Shifting farming
• Intensive farming
• Dry farming
• Wet farming
• Horticulture

 

[Q] Which vegetation is used in biological pesticides?

In biological pesticides neem, karanj, mahudo, tulsi, ratanjyot, mint, bitter gourd, tobacco, sevanti etc. are used.

 

[Q] Distinguish between horticulture and intensive farming.

Farming methods include using irrigation facilities, improved seeds, new farming technology, chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and machinery in various processes. This is called intensive farming. In this type of farming, primarily cash crops are cultivated.

Horticulture is the cultivation of trees that produce fruit at a particular time or throughout the year, after sowing once.

 

[Q] Which region of Gujarat near Bharuch is known for its production of long stringed cotton?

Kanam region near Bharuch in Gujarat is known for its production of long stringed cotton.

 

Choose the correct option

In which types of farming the yield is less?

• Plantation farming
• Jhoom farming
• Intensive farming
• Wet farming

 

Which plant is not used in biological pesticides?

• Neem
• Bitter gourd
• Tobacco
• Mushroom

 

Which country ranks first in the world in the production of castor?

• Brazil
• India
• China
• Sri Lanka

 

Which state is called the wheat bowl of India?

• Punjab
• Gujarat
• Haryana
• Uttar Pradesh

 

Fill in the blanks

1. Gujarat ranks …………….in India in terms of cotton production. [first]
2. Intensive farming is also called……………. farming. [Commercial]
3. The highest production of groundnut in Gujarat is in the ……………. district. [Junagarh]
4. About……. percent of the world’s population is engaged in farming activities. [50]
5. Black cotton soil is also known as……………. [Regur]

 

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