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Consider the following statements with reference to Upper Gangetic agro-climatic region :
1. This region encompasses central and western Uttar Pradesh.
2. This region has more than 130% irrigation intensity and 140% cropping intensity.
Which of the above statements is/are correct ?
Explanation
The Planning Commission (now NITI Aayog) divided India into 15 agro-climatic regions based on factors like soil, rainfall, and temperature. The Upper Gangetic Plains region (Zone 5) encompasses 32 districts of Uttar Pradesh, specifically covering the central and western parts of the state. Thus, Statement 1 is correct.
This region is one of the most agriculturally productive zones in India, supported by an extensive network of canals and tube wells. It is characterized by high intensive farming, with an irrigation intensity exceeding 130% and a cropping intensity of more than 140% (often reaching 150-155% in many districts). Major crops include wheat, rice, and sugarcane. Therefore, Statement 2 is correct.
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
With reference to Western Uttar Pradesh, which of the following statements is/are correct ?
1. Western region of U.P. is much more developed compared to other regions.
2. The region has witnessed the Green Revolution.
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With reference to the Revolt of 1857, consider the following statements : 1. Shah Mal mobilised the people of Baraut region of Uttar Pradesh and captured the bungalow of an Englishman and converted it into a "hall of justice". 2. Gonoo was a Kol leader of the Singhbhum region of Chotanagpur. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Consider the following statements : Regional disparities in India are high and have been rising in recent years because I. there is persistent investment over time only in select locales. II. some areas are agro-climatically less conducive to development. III. some areas continue to face little or no agrarian transformation and the consequent lack of social and economic opportunities. IV. some areas have faced continuous political instability. Which of the above statements are correct ?
Consider the following statements: 1. The Great Northern Plains are formed by basins of three distinct river systems — the Indus, the Ganga and the Brahmaputra. 2. They are one of the most densely populated areas on Earth. 3. Between the Yamuna at Delhi and the Bay of Bengal, nearly 1600 km away, there is a drop of only 200 metres in elevation. Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to 'Uttar Pradesh', which of the following statements is/are correct ?
1. Uttar Pradesh is the leading producer of potato in the country.
2. Government of India has approved for establishment of South Asia Regional Centre of International Potato Centre at Aligarh.
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