Exercise Question Answer for Chapter 1 -The Story of Indian Farming for Class 7 in Subject Social Science ******************************** The Big Questions ? 1. What are the main characteristics of Indian agriculture? Indian agriculture includes crop farming, animal rearing, fisheries, forestry, and horticulture . It is practiced in different climates and regions across the country. Farming follows three seasons – kharif, rabi, and zaid . It uses a mix of traditional and modern methods . A large part of India’s population depends on agriculture for livelihood . 2. How are farming, climate, soil, and water interrelated? Climate decides temperature and rainfall needed for crops. Soil type provides nutrients and support to plants. Water availability affects crop growth and yield. Different crops grow where climate, soil, and water suit them . Farming depends on the balance of all three factors . 3. How can traditional practices and contemporary ones co...
Full Multiple Choice Questions for chapter 1-The Story of Indian Farming in class 7 for Subject Social Science ********************************************* Section A: Multiple Choice Questions: 1. The word 'Agriculture' is derived from which language? a) Greek b) Latin c) Sanskrit d) Arabic Answer: b) Latin 2. What does the Latin word 'Agri' mean? a) Water b) Cultivation c) Field d) Seed Answer: c) Field 3. Which cropping season in India coincides with the southwest monsoon (June to September)? a) Rabi b) Zaid c) Kharif d) Harvest Answer: c) Kharif 4. Which of the following is a major Rabi crop? a) Rice b) Wheat c) Watermelon d) Cotton Answer: b) Wheat 5. The 'Zaid' season is known for growing which type of crops? a) Winter grains b) Monsoon cereals c) Summer fruits and vegetables d) Heavy spices Answer: c) Summer fruits and vegetables 6. Which state in India became the world’s first 100 per cent organic state? a) Punjab b) Kerala c) Sikkim d) O...