State PCS PYQPrelims 2024

UPPCS · Question 41

Consider the following statements with reference to the Upper Gangetic agro-climatic region: 1. This region encompasses central and western Uttar Pradesh. 2. This region has more than 130% irrigation intensity and 140% cropping intensity. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. Both 1 and 2
  2. Neither 1 nor 2
  3. Only 1
  4. Only 2
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Answer: (A) Both 1 and 2

Explanation

Planning Commission's Upper Gangetic Plains region covers central and western UP, with irrigation intensity of about 131% and cropping intensity of about 144%.