N.C.E.R.T. Simplified

Q. What are the 2 most important beverage crops in India. State the favourable conditions for the growth of any one. A. The two most important beverage crops in India are tea and coffee. Favourable conditions for the growth of tea are: ・ Tropical and sub-tropical climates endowed with deep and fertile well-drained soil, rich in humus and organic matter. ・ Tea bushes require warm and moist frost-free climate all through the year.  ・ It requires frequent showers evenly distributed over the year ensure continuous growth of tender leaves.  ・ Tea is a labour intensive industry. It requires abundant, cheap and skilled labour. Q. Agriculture is the mainstay of the Indian economy. Explain the statement by giving 3 reasons. A. Agriculture is the mainstay of the Indian economy because it is the main source of: ・ Employment: Over two-thirds of our population is engaged in agricultural activities. ・ Raw materials: Agriculture is a primary activity which...

Q. Differentiate between general and by elections. A.   General Elections                                       By Elections  i) They are conducted when                   i) They are conducted when their either the house has dissolved or            is vacancy caused  by the death the term (5 years) is over.                        or resignation of a member. ii) Elections are held in all constitu-         ii) Held in only one constituency -encies at the same time, either on          which has is a vacant. the same day or within a few days. iii) Function is to elect national/               iii) Function is to elect a single  state government....