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    Question

    Consider the following statements: 1. In India,

    intensity of cropping is high in the States of the peninsular plateau. 2. In India, the States of Punjab and Haryana have the highest proportion of the net sown area to total geographical area. 3. South-west Monsoon season is termed as the Kharif season of crops. Which of the statements given above are correct?
    A 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1, 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    тАв In India, cropping intensity is higher in the States of Northern Plains as compared to States in peninsular plateau. Various reasons like fertile soil, plain topography, perennial rivers etc. are the reasons for this. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect. тАв In Punjab & Haryana, net sown area is around 80% of the total area of the State, which is much higher than the other States. Hence, statement 2 is correct. тАв South west monsoon is associated with the Kharif cropping season. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

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