Description : Discuss any two factors which have influenced Ahmedabad to develop as the largest centre of cotton textile industry in Gujarat. -Geography
Last Answer : Ahmedabad is the largest centre of cotton textile in Gujarat and the second-largest centre after Mumbai. 1. Ahmedabad lies near the main cotton-growing region of India and there is no problem of ... Even the mills produce cheap cloth. This cloth finds ready market amongst the poor masses of India.
Description : State three main problems faced by the cotton textile industry in India. -Geography
Last Answer : Three problems faced by the cotton textile industry are: (i) Shortage of raw material. India has still to face shortage of raw material and has to import it. (ii) Obsolete Machinery (iii) Competition in global market.
Description : (i) Name the largest cotton producing state in India. (ii) What are the geographical conditions required for the growth of cotton? -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Gujarat. (ii) Temperature: 20°C to 30°C. Rainfall: 50 cm to 100 cm.
Description : Mention any two problems faced by the cotton textile industry of India. -Geography
Last Answer : • Problem of raw material: ‘Long staple’ fibre is best fibre but most of the cotton grown in India is the ‘short staple’ fibre. • International competition: Countries like Taiwan, South Korea and Japan are giving a stiff competition.
Description : Mention two problems of the Cotton Textile industry in India. -Geography
Last Answer : Three problems faced by the cotton textile industry are : (i) Shortage of raw material. India has still to face shortage of raw material and has to import it. (ii) Obsolete Machinery (iii) Competition with synthetic fibre which is cheapand aurable.
Description : Give two reasons why the woollen industry has not developed as well as the cotton industry in India. -Geography
Last Answer : Woollen textile industry has not developed as the cotton textile industry because: 1. The need for woollens is limited to the winter months in northern India. 2. Indigenous wool is of poor quality and have’ to depend on other countries for raw materials.
Description : Name a state which produces short staple cotton. Which climatic and soil conditions favour the cultivation of cotton in the state mentioned ? -Geography
Last Answer : Maharashtra. Climate condition: Temperature: 20°C to 32°C at least 200 frost free climate. Rainfall: Between 50 cm to 120 cm abundant sunshine is required during ripening. Soil: Black Cotton soil is ideal.
Description : In what way does the cotton industry contribute to the economy of India ? Mention any three relevant factors. -Geography
Last Answer : The contribution of cotton industry to the economy of India are : 1. It is the premier industry of India. 2. Directly or indirectly more than 2 crore people depend upon this industry. 3. India is the world’s third largest exporter of cotton textiles.
Description : State any two ways in which Himalayas affect the Indian climate. -Geography
Last Answer : The two ways in which Himalayas affect the Indian climate are : 1. It acts as a barrier to the cold winds of Northern Asia from blowing into India and protecting India from severely cold winters. 2. It traps the monsoon winds forcing them to shed their moisture within the subcontinent.
Description : Write two factors which have facilitated the setting up of cotton textile industry in Mumbai. -Geography
Last Answer : The two factors are : (a) The black soil in the hinterland of Mumbai works as the basic raw materials for cotton. (b) Mumbai enjoys humid climate which is essential for this industry because the thread does not break so frequently in such climate.
Description : (i) Mention two reasons for the importance of the cotton textile industry. (ii) Mention one reason responsible for its poor performance. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Two reasons for the importance of the cotton textile industry. (1) Directly or indirectly 2 crore people which is nearly 40% of the whole country's labour force depend on this ... due to inadequate supply of good quality raw material and outdated machinery which lead to its poor performance.
Description : With reference to the cotton textile industry answer the following questions: -Geography
Last Answer : 1. (a) Raw material is grown in Maharashtra itself and is also easily available from neighbouring states of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. (b) Humid climatic condition in Mumbai favours spinning of yam. (c) Cheap hydroelectric power is available. 2. Ahmadabad and Jamnagar
Description : (i) Why is the cotton textile industry called an agro-based industry ? -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Cotton textile is called an agro-based industry because for its raw material it depends on cotton which is an agricultural product. (ii) It is more widespread than the jute industry because India has tropical climate where cotton is mainly used for clothing.
Description : Which movement gave a major impetus to the cotton industry? How did it take place? -Geography
Last Answer : The Swadeshi movement gave a major impetus to the cotton Industry as there was a call for boycotting all British made goods in favour of Indian goods.
Description : Give a brief account on cotton textile industry. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Cotton textile industry has three sub sectors i.e. handloom, power loom and mill sectors. Handloom sector is labour-intensive and provides employment to semi-skilled workers. (ii) This sector ... recorded constant growth in this industry since World Ward I till 1970 but now it has declined.
Description : Compare the different pattern of development of jute and cotton industry. -Geography
Last Answer : The developments in the jute industry: 1. In 2005 the National Jute policy was formulated to Increase productivity of jute and increase the quality of the produced Jute. 2. The government made the jute ... it. 3. As steel products are needed in every other sector too, its demand has increased.
Description : State three favourable conditions responsible for the growth of the jute industry in West Bengal. -Geography
Last Answer : Three favourable conditions are : (i) Raw material is easily available from Ganga-Brahmaputra delta. (ii) Abundant water is available of retting and washing from River Hoogly. (iii) Coal for power is easily available from Raniganj.
Description : Discuss the two ways in which cement industry is important for the growth of a country. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Cement is indispensable for building and construction works and hence cement industry is considered to be an important infrastructure core industry. (ii) It can play a significant role in the overall economic growth as India has emerged as a major exporter of cement.
Description : Mention two ways by which the government can influence the location of an industry -Geography
Last Answer : Government can greatly influence the location of industries, by giving tax incentives, cheap rents and other benefits to companies locating in certain areas of the country.
Description : Mention any two factors which have influenced the development of the Electronic City of Bengaluru. -Geography
Last Answer : Factors that influenced the development of the Electronic city of Bengaluru are : 1. The incentives by the state and central government. 2. The strategic location of the city in the ... number of Indian, foreign and multinational companies have invested large sums of money to nourish industries.
Description : Mention three factors which have influenced the development of the Electronic City of Bengaluru. -Geography
Last Answer : Three factors which have influenced the development of electronic city of Bengaluru are : 1. The incentives by the state and central governments. 2. The strategic location of the city in ... multinational companies have invested a huge sum of money to nourish electronic industries in this city.
Description : Mention the factors which have influenced the change in the methods of cultivation. -Geography
Last Answer : The farming activity is very much different from the old traditional way to the modern way of farming. There are very much changes in the methods of cultivation. The factors which have been ... difference will be according to the climatic features of the areas and crops which they are cultivating.
Description : Which state is the leading producer of cotton in India? -Geography
Last Answer : Gujrat is the leading producer of cotton in India. In early days the cotton textiles were mainly based in Maharashtra and Gujrat belt. This region provides ideal conditions in terms of sunlight, humidity, soil, etc.
Description : Which type of climate is experienced in the Northern Plains of India ? State one main characteristic of this type of climate. -Geography
Last Answer : Northern plains of India experiences continental types of climate. Its main characteristic is high range of temperature i.e. it is extremely hot in summer and extremely cold in winter.
Description : State an important difference between the climatic requirements for growing cotton and jute. -Geography
Last Answer : Climatic requirements for growing cotton : Temperature: 20°C to 32°C and atleast 200 frost free days. Rainfall: Ranging between 50 cm to 120 cm abundant sunshine is required during ripening period. ... a hot climate with high atmospheric humidity. Rainfall : Ranging between 150 cm to 200 cm.
Description : Explain two factors affecting the development of the cotton textile in India. -Geography
Last Answer : Two factors affecting the development of the cotton textile in India are : 1. Competition with synthetic textile. 2. Obsolete Machinery.
Description : Give a reason for each of the following 1. Ahmedabad is an important cotton textile producing centre in India. -Geography
Last Answer : 1. Because Ahmedabad lies near cotton belt of India and there is no problem of cheap and quality raw material. 2. They need less capital so they suits our economy. 3. Because they get their raw material from oil refineries.
Description : How were the cotton textile produced in ancient India? -Geography
Last Answer : The cotton Industry has a long history. In ancient times, cotton was produced with hand spinning and handloom weaving techniques. Later after the advent of British in 18th-century power looms came into use. This stopped the use of traditional handloom weaving technique.
Description : Explain any four problems faced by cotton textile industries in India. -Geography
Last Answer : The Cotton textile industry is agro-based Industry and provides living to many farmers, cotton ball pluckers and workers. The factors that responsible for its localization are : 1. Availability of ... output of labour is also one challenge. This could be addressed by making the labourers efficient.
Description : (a) What is the name given to the climate of India ? Mention any two factors responsible for such a type of climate. -Geography
Last Answer : (a) Name given to the Indian climate - Tropical Monsoon Type'. Two factors responsible for it are : (i) Altitude (ii) Distance from the sea. (b) (i) Moisture Laiden Monsoon winds ... lies on the east coast of India because it receives its maximum rainfall in the month of October and November.
Description : Explain two factors that affect the climate of India giving a suitable example for each. -Geography
Last Answer : (a) Two factors that affect the climate in India are : 1. Altitude: As the height increases temperature decreases at the rate of 1°C for every 165 m of ascend. Example : Nainital has lower ... ii) Annual rainfall is 131.9 cm. (iii) Maximum rainfall is received by North-East monsoon winds.
Description : (i) What is the El Nino? (ii) How does it affect the climate of India ? -Geography
Last Answer : (i) El Nino is a narrow warm current which sometimes appears off the coast of Peru in South America during December. It is a temporary replacement of the cold Peru current which normally ... affects the global pattern of pressure and wind system including the monsoon winds in the Indian Ocean.
Description : State two significant factors influencing the location of Aluminium industry in India. -Geography
Last Answer : Two significant factors influencing the location of aluminium industry are the availability of bauxite as the production of 1 MT of aluminium requires 6 MT of bauxite and 18573 kwh of ... and electricity are the two most significant factors which influence the localization of this industry.
Description : State any two factors that determine the location of the readymade garment industry in India. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Presence of market for ethnic designs and colors combinations. (ii) Power/energy.
Description : Name the leading state for sugar industry in Peninsular India. Name its two centres. -Geography
Last Answer : Maharashtra is the leading state of the sugar industry in Peninsular India. The two centers are Ahmednagar and Kolhapur The sugar industry has shifted from North India to peninsular India mainly because ... season in south is nearly 7-8 months from October and continues till May and June,
Description : (i) Which is the largest jute producing State in India ? Name two centres of jute industry in that State. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) West Bengal is the largest jute producing state in India. Two centres of jute industry are Kolkata and Rishra. (ii) Jute products are gunny bags and carpets.
Description : State any one use of aluminium. Name a centre for aluminium industry in India. -Geography
Last Answer : Aluminium is used in making aeroplanes and ships. Renukoot in Uttar Pradesh is a centre for aluminium industry in India.
Description : Mention two differences between Alluvial Soil and Black Cotton Soil. -Geography
Last Answer : Alluvial Soil Black Soil 1. Alluvial soil is very fertile as it is rich in mineral nutrients like potash and lime. 1. The black soils are made of extremely fine material, i. e., clayey material ... from the sediments deposited by rivers. 2. The soil is well-known for its capacity to hold moisture.
Description : (i) Kolkata is an important cotton manufacturing centre even though West Bengal is not a leading producer of cotton. -Geography
Last Answer : Reasons- (i) Because Kolkata has humid climate, inexpensive labour, excellent means of transport and power is easily available as coal at Raniganj only raw material in not there which is easily made ... . Indigenous wool is of poor quality and have' to depend on other countries for raw materials.
Description : Give geographical reasons for the following : (i) Kolkata has many cotton mills though cotton is not grown in West Bengal. -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Kolkata has all the other factors which are required for a cotton mill except providing raw material. It has sufficient power s-xpjav because ?! is very dose to the coal mines . It has ... instead of sugar, the demand of sugar and khandsari is more so the ptoduction of cane gur is less.
Description : State the climatic conditions of the tropical evergreen forests in India. -Geography
Last Answer : The climatic conditions of the tropical evergreen forests in India are : 1. Rainfall-above 200 cms. 2. Temperature – 24°C average, 24°C – 27°C. 3. Humidity 70%.
Description : (a) What are the climatic conditions required for the cultivation of coffee in India ? (b) Which state leads in the production of coffee ? -Geography
Last Answer : (a) Coffee plant requires hot and humid climate with 15°C to 30°C and 150-200 cm rainfall. Frost is injurious to the growth of coffee plants. (b) Karnataka.
Description : What are some good resources for studying the role of climate and geography in the development of civilizations?
Last Answer : Any AP World History text because that is one of the themes discussed. I like Traditions and Encounters” by Bentley & Ziegler. You might want to buy it used or borrow it because new it’s about $250. But here’s a hint: waterways and trade routes.
Description : Why does North America have a wide range of climate? -Geography
Last Answer : North America has a wide range of climate due to its vast latitudinal extent and varied relief features.
Description : Why does the Amazon basin experience hot, wet equatorial climate? -Geography
Last Answer : Amazon basin experiences hot-wet equatorial climate due to the presence of the equator.
Description : Which regions in South America have Mediterranean type of climate and why? -Geography
Last Answer : North and Central Chile coastal region has warm summers and mild winters with rainfall in winter. Therefore this region has Mediterranean type of climate.
Description : What type of climate does Antarctica have? -Geography
Last Answer : The climate of the continent is extremely cold and hostile. It has six months of sunshine and six months of darkness.
Description : Which areas of Europe have continental climate? -Geography
Last Answer : Continental Climate mainly prevails in Poland, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria.
Description : Explain how the following factors affect India’s climate : -Geography
Last Answer : (i) Southern Oscillation: The Southern oscillation is a pattern of meteorological changes which are often observed between Indian and Pacific oceans. Whenever the surface level pressure is high ... physical barrier for the rain bearing southwest monsoons to cross the northern frontiers of India.
Description : Briefly discuss the role of El Nino in Indian climate. -Geography
Last Answer : El Nino is a narrow warm current which sometimes appear off the Coast of Peru in South America during December. It increases the surface water temperature of the sea by 10°C. This warming ... pressure and wind system including the Monsoon winds in the Indian Ocean causing severe drought and flood.