Q. With reference to the wetland farming, which of the following statements is/are Correct?
1. In wetland farming, the rainfall is less than soil moisture requirement of plants during rainy season.
2. These areas grow various water intensive crops such as rice, jute and sugarcane.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Answer: B
Notes:
In wetland farming, the rainfall is in excess of soil moisture requirement of plants during rainy season.
- Such regions may face flood and soil erosion hazards.
- These areas grow various water intensive crops such as rice, jute and sugarcane and practice aquaculture in the fresh water bodies.
Source: NCERT – XII India People and Economy
