PHYSIOGRAPHIC DIVISION OF INDIA
NORTHEN PLALNS
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Question
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Terrace farming
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Sliding
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Boating
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none of above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Terrace farming or step farming is commonly done on the slopes of the hills. It is defined as the farming in which the slopes of the hills or mountains are cut in the form of steps so that the farmer gets enough space for cultivating various kinds of crops.
Detailed explanation-2: -terrace cultivation, method of growing crops on sides of hills or mountains by planting on graduated terraces built into the slope.
Detailed explanation-3: -Terrace farming is undertaken on hilly slopes. True.
Detailed explanation-4: -Terraces are built on steep slopes to create flat surfaces on which crops are grown. They are built to prevent soil erosion.
Detailed explanation-5: -Step farming or terrace farming is common in hills to check soil erosion through water current on the slopes.