Question

Explain any three factors affecting productivity of land.

Answer 1

Three factors affecting the productivity of land are as follows:

1. Natural factors: Natural soil characteristics, such as soil composition, chemical and biological characteristics, soil texture, and soil fertility, all affect how fertile a piece of land is.
2. Size of land holdings: The size of holdings determines the productivity of the land. Large holdings are highly productive because they employ modern production processes. Since most land the holdings in India are smaller than two hectares on average, the country has low land productivity.
3. Improvement on land: Measures taken during land development, such as installing fencing, adequate drainage, and irrigation, can have an impact on the productivity of the land.