Match the following names of primitive forms of cultivation in different states correctly.
| States | Name of Primitive form of cultivation |
|---|---|
| 1. Madhya Pradesh | a. Penda |
| 2. Andhra Pradesh | b. Bewar |
| 3. Odisha | c. Kuruwa |
| 4. Jharkhand | d. Bringa |
Correct Answer :
1-b, 2-a, 3-d, 4-c
Solution :
The correct option is 1-b, 2-a, 3-d, 4-c.
Primitive forms of cultivation, also known as shifting cultivation or 'slash and burn' agriculture, are known by different local names in various states of India:
1. Madhya Pradesh: The primitive form of cultivation is locally termed as 'Bewar' or 'Dahiya'. (Matches with b)
2. Andhra Pradesh: It is locally known as 'Podu' or 'Penda'. (Matches with a)
3. Odisha: It is called 'Pama Dabi', 'Koman', or 'Bringa'. (Matches with d)
4. Jharkhand: It is known as 'Kuruwa'. (Matches with c)
Therefore, the correct matching is:
1 - b
2 - a
3 - d
4 - c
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