GK
HIMACHAL PRADESH
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Question
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Himachal Pradesh Reforestation Project
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Himachal Pradesh Deforestation Project
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Himachal Pradesh Water Project
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Himachal Pradesh Soil Project
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Detailed explanation-1: -It includes the Himachal Pradesh Reforestation Project (HPRF), the world’s largest clean development mechanism (CDM) project.
Detailed explanation-2: -The state has considerable mineral resources which include rock salt, limestone, gypsum, silica-sand and baryte. Traces of iron, gold, lignite, pyrite, natural gas and slates have been found in some districts like Bilaspur, Kangra, Mandi and Solan.
Detailed explanation-3: -Agriculture being the main occupation of the people of Himachal Pradesh has an important role in the economy of the State. It provides direct employment to about 69 per cent of the main working population. Income from agriculture and allied sectors accounts for nearly 22.1 per cent of the total State Domestic Product.