In which one of the following States, more than 50% area is under Jhum

In which one of the following States, more than 50% area is under Jhum cultivation?

Manipur
Assam
Sikkim
Mizoram
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UPSC CAPF – 2022
Mizoram is one of the states in India where more than 50% of the area is significantly impacted or historically associated with a high percentage of area under Jhum cultivation.
Jhum cultivation, or shifting cultivation, is widely practiced in the Northeastern states of India. While specific percentages can fluctuate and vary by source, Mizoram is known for a high proportion of its cultivated land being under this practice compared to other states in the region, reflecting a strong reliance on it for livelihood.
Other northeastern states like Nagaland, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, and Tripura also practice Jhum cultivation, but Mizoram is often cited for having a high percentage of its total geographical area or cultivated area under Jhum, or having the largest number of families dependent on it.
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