Question

Which type of agriculture is mainly practised in the irrigated areas of the plains of northern India and the coastal area of south India?

Options

• Plantation

• Shifting

• Extensive

• Intensive

Answer 1

Intensive

Explanation:

Intensive agriculture is primarily practiced in northern India's irrigated plains and southern India's coastal regions. This style of farming focusses on maximising productivity from smaller sections of land while utilising high inputs such as water, fertilisers, and labour.