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...
Passage Reading OR Case Study-Chapter 2-Diversity in the Living World-Class 6-Science ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Case Study 1: The Nature Walk and Observations It is a pleasant morning after yesterday’s refreshing rain. Dr. Raghu and Maniram Chacha have been invited to the school by the science teacher, Madam Sulekha, to facilitate an exciting nature walk. Dr. Raghu is a scientist at the nearby Research Laboratory, and Maniram Chacha is an expert in mimicking bird calls and identifying a variety of plants and animals. The objective of this walk is to experience the beauty and variety of plants and animals in nature. The students are excited and curious to learn from them. They carry a notebook, a pen, and a water bottle to record their observations. Questions and Answers: 1. Why did the students go on a nature walk? Answer: To observe and understand the variety of plants and animals in nature. 2. Who acc...