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Cotton textile Industry in india India is known worldwide for its production of textiles in general, and cotton in particular, both being major industries for the country. Indian textile industry is the mother of all industries and is among the world‟s top producers of yarns and fabrics. Textile industry is one of the … Read more
India’s Agricultural Backbone: A Deep Dive into Major Crops India, a land of diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is also a powerhouse of agricultural production. Agriculture, the backbone of the Indian economy, employs a significant portion of the workforce and contributes substantially to the nation’s GDP. The country’s vast and fertile land, coupled with … Read more
Major crops, holdings and Cropping patterns, Social and physical environmental impact on production and distribution of crops in Madhya Pradesh Major crops Kharif Crops The total area under Kharif crops in the state is 104 lakh ha. Among Kharif crops, soybean has been sown on over 58 lakh ha, against the target of 56.50 lakh … Read more
Fibre Crops Fibre crops are plants that are grown for their fibers, which can be used to make a variety of products, including textiles, paper, and building materials. The most common fibre crops are CottonCotton, flax, hemp, and jute. Cotton Flax Hemp Jute Other Fibre Crops Benefits of Fibre Crops Challenges of Fibre Crops Cotton … Read more
The Backbone of India’s Food Security: A Deep Dive into Kharif Crops India, a land of diverse climates and fertile soils, is home to a vast agricultural sector that plays a crucial role in its economy and food security. The country’s agricultural landscape is divided into two major cropping seasons: Kharif and Rabi. While Rabi … Read more
Bt Cotton Bt cotton is an insect-resistant transgenic crop designed to combat the bollworm. Bt cotton was created by genetically altering the cotton genome to express a microbial protein from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis. In short, the transgene inserted into the plant’s genome produces toxin crystals that the plant would not normally produce … Read more
Emergence and Background Beginning of geographical discoveries and direct sea routes opened new avenues of Trade and Commerce. It formed the bedrock of Industrial revolution as mismatch between demand and supply led to new innovative ways of enhancing production. Second factor was emergence of capitalist ideology. Profit making became the core of all economic activities … Read more