Which of the following types of agriculture is known as Jhum in Assam ........

General Studies (MTS) Indian Economy

Which of the following types of agriculture is known as Jhum in Assam?

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SSC MTS 11th July 2022 Shift-3

Intensive Farming

Plantation Agriculture

Subsistence Farming

Shifting Agriculture

- Shifting Agriculture:

- Correct Answer: Option 4 - Shifting Agriculture

- Known as Jhum in Assam.

- Involves clearing forest land for cultivation.

- After a few years, the land is left fallow for natural regeneration.

- Intensive Farming:

- Involves high input and output per unit area.

- Uses modern techniques for maximum yield.

- Plantation Agriculture:

- Large-scale, capital-intensive commercial farming.

- Focus on single crops like tea or coffee.

- Subsistence Farming:

- Aimed at self-sufficiency.

- Farmers grow food primarily for family consumption.

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