{"id":63552,"date":"2024-04-20T09:10:41","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T09:10:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=63552"},"modified":"2024-04-20T09:10:41","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T09:10:41","slug":"the-primary-agricultural-activity-in-nagaland-is","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/the-primary-agricultural-activity-in-nagaland-is\/","title":{"rendered":"The primary agricultural activity in Nagaland is:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Wet rice cultivation&#8221; option2=&#8221;Jhum cultivation (Shifting Cultivation)&#8221; option3=&#8221;Horticulture&#8221; option4=&#8221;Plantation agriculture&#8221; correct=&#8221;option2&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: b) Jhum cultivation (Shifting Cultivation).<\/p>\n<p>Jhum cultivation, also known as shifting cultivation, is a traditional agricultural practice in which farmers clear a piece of land by cutting and burning the vegetation, then plant crops on the land for a few years before moving on to a new plot. This type of cultivation is often used in areas with low population density and abundant forest resources.<\/p>\n<p>Jhum cultivation has a number of advantages, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is a relatively low-input system that requires little capital investment.<\/li>\n<li>It can be used in areas that are not suitable for other types of agriculture, such as steep slopes or areas with poor soils.<\/li>\n<li>It can help to maintain biodiversity by creating a mosaic of different habitats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, jhum cultivation also has a number of disadvantages, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It can lead to soil erosion and deforestation.<\/li>\n<li>It can contribute to climate change by releasing greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.<\/li>\n<li>It can displace indigenous peoples and lead to conflict.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In recent years, there has been a growing movement to promote sustainable jhum cultivation practices that minimize the environmental impact of this traditional agricultural system. These practices include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Planting trees on fallow land to help prevent soil erosion.<\/li>\n<li>Rotating crops to avoid over-exploiting the soil.<\/li>\n<li>Using organic fertilizers to improve soil fertility.<\/li>\n<li>Conserving water by building terraces and dams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By adopting these sustainable practices, farmers can help to protect the environment and ensure the long-term viability of jhum cultivation.<\/p>\n<p>The other options are incorrect because:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wet rice cultivation is a type of agriculture in which rice is grown in flooded fields. This type of cultivation is not commonly practiced in Nagaland.<\/li>\n<li>Horticulture is the practice of growing fruits, vegetables, and other plants for food or ornamental purposes. This type of agriculture is also not commonly practiced in Nagaland.<\/li>\n<li>Plantation agriculture is a type of agriculture in which large areas of land are devoted to the cultivation of a single crop, such as coffee, tea, or rubber. 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