Question 2 of 15intermediate💡 UnderstandShort Answer2 marks

Can you name some such types of farmings?

Correct Answer

The primitive subsistence farming, also known as 'slash and burn' agriculture, is known by different names in different parts of India and the world.

In India, it is called 'Bewar' or 'Dahiya' in Madhya Pradesh, 'Podu' or 'Penda' in Andhra Pradesh, 'Pama Dabi' or 'Koman' or 'Bringa' in Odisha, 'Kumari' in Western Ghats, 'Valre' or 'Waltre' in South-eastern Rajasthan, 'Khil' in the Himalayan belt, 'Kuruwa' in Jharkhand, and 'Jhumming' in the North-eastern region. It is also known as 'Pamlou' in Manipur and 'Dipa' in Bastar district of Chhattisgarh and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

In other countries, this type of farming is known as 'Milpa' in Mexico and Central America, 'Conuco' in Venezuela, 'Roca' in Brazil, 'Masole' in Central Africa, 'Ladang' in Indonesia, and 'Ray' in Vietnam.

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Explanation

The question appears in the context of Primitive Subsistence Farming. The textbook explicitly lists the various local names for 'slash and burn' agriculture practiced in different regions of India and across the world. Students should list at least 4-5 names from India to secure full marks. The answer demonstrates understanding that the same farming practice has different regional names.

Solution Steps

  1. Step 1: Identify the context - the question refers to Primitive Subsistence Farming or 'slash and burn' agriculture.

  2. Step 2: List the regional names from India mentioned in the textbook.

  3. Step 3: Optionally mention international names for completeness.