The correct answer is: c) Both a & b.
Livestock rearing plays an important role in the economy of both the Imphal Valley and the Hill districts of Manipur. In the Imphal Valley, livestock is reared for meat, milk, and other products. In the Hill districts, livestock is reared for meat, milk, and other products, as well as for draft power and manure.
The Imphal Valley is a fertile plain located in the center of Manipur. The climate is tropical, with hot, humid summers and cool, dry winters. The main crops grown in the Imphal Valley are rice, maize, sugarcane, and vegetables. Livestock reared in the Imphal Valley include cattle, buffalo, pigs, goats, and chickens.
The Hill districts are located in the mountains to the north and east of the Imphal Valley. The climate is cooler and drier than in the Imphal Valley. The main crops grown in the Hill districts are rice, maize, millet, and vegetables. Livestock reared in the Hill districts include cattle, buffalo, pigs, goats, sheep, and chickens.
Livestock rearing is an important source of income for many people in Manipur. It provides employment, food, and other products. Livestock rearing also helps to improve the fertility of the soil and to control pests.