Match Column – Types of Farming Systems
Match the column:
| TABLE-I | TABLE-II |
|---|---|
| 1) Capitalistic farming | a) Kolkhozes |
| 2) Mixed farming | b) Most risky farming system |
| 3) Diversified farming | c) Most common in western countries |
| 4) Specialized farming | d) Crop + livestock |
| 5) Collective farming | e) Dairy + Poultry + Fisheries |
- 1-c, 2-d, 3-e, 4-b, 5-a — Correct Answer
- 1-a, 2-d, 3-e, 4-b, 5-c
- 1-c, 2-e, 3-d, 4-b, 5-a
- 1-c, 2-d, 3-b, 4-e, 5-a
Explanation:
Correct Answer: 1-c, 2-d, 3-e, 4-b, 5-a
The correct matches are:
- 1 — Capitalistic farming → c) Most common in western countries: Estate/Capitalistic farming is where ownership and operatorship belong to rich persons or capitalists; common in USA, Canada, and hilly regions of India. Ex: Tea or coffee farming.
- 2 — Mixed farming → d) Crop + livestock: Mixed farming = Crop production + Livestock; most common type in India; livestock (cattle/buffalo) contributes 10–49% of gross income.
- 3 — Diversified farming → e) Dairy + Poultry + Fisheries: Multiple enterprises where no single one provides ≥50% of income. Example: Crop + Dairy + Poultry + Orchard.
- 4 — Specialized farming → b) Most risky farming system: One enterprise provides ≥50% income → most risky. Ex: Commercial dairy farming.
- 5 — Collective farming → a) Kolkhozes: 'Kolkhozes' is the Russian term for collective farms where both ownership and operatorship are under society; common in communist countries.
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