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Western Coastal Plains: A Region of Cash Crops

Description: The Western Coastal Plains of India are a fertile region known for their cultivation of cash crops. This quiz will test your knowledge about the region and its agricultural practices.
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Which state is NOT a part of the Western Coastal Plains region of India?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Karnataka

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Karnataka is located in the Deccan Plateau region of India, not the Western Coastal Plains.

Which of the following is a major cash crop grown in the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Cotton

  2. Sugarcane

  3. Wheat

  4. Rice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cotton is a major cash crop grown in the Western Coastal Plains due to its favorable climate and soil conditions.

What is the primary reason for the cultivation of cash crops in the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Subsistence farming

  2. Commercial farming

  3. Export-oriented farming

  4. Local consumption


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cash crops are grown in the Western Coastal Plains primarily for commercial purposes, with the aim of generating income through their sale.

Which of the following factors contributes to the success of cash crop cultivation in the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Adequate rainfall

  2. Fertile soil

  3. Favorable climate

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The success of cash crop cultivation in the Western Coastal Plains is attributed to a combination of adequate rainfall, fertile soil, and a favorable climate.

Which city in the Western Coastal Plains is known as the 'Cotton City of India'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Surat

  3. Ahmedabad

  4. Kochi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Surat, located in Gujarat, is renowned as the 'Cotton City of India' due to its significant role in cotton production and trade.

What is the approximate area covered by the Western Coastal Plains in India?

  1. 100,000 sq km

  2. 200,000 sq km

  3. 300,000 sq km

  4. 400,000 sq km


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Western Coastal Plains cover an area of approximately 200,000 sq km along the western coast of India.

Which of the following states has the largest area under cash crop cultivation in the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Karnataka

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the largest area under cash crop cultivation in the Western Coastal Plains, contributing significantly to the region's agricultural output.

What is the main type of soil found in the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Black soil

  2. Red soil

  3. Laterite soil

  4. Alluvial soil


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Laterite soil, known for its reddish-brown color, is the predominant soil type found in the Western Coastal Plains.

Which cash crop is grown extensively in the Konkan region of the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Cotton

  2. Sugarcane

  3. Cashew

  4. Coconut


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Cashew is a major cash crop grown in the Konkan region of the Western Coastal Plains, particularly in the state of Maharashtra.

What is the primary mode of irrigation used in the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Canal irrigation

  2. Well irrigation

  3. Drip irrigation

  4. Rainfed agriculture


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rainfed agriculture is the primary mode of irrigation in the Western Coastal Plains, relying on monsoon rains for crop cultivation.

Which of the following is a major port city located in the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Chennai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Visakhapatnam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai, situated on the western coast of India, is a major port city and the financial capital of the country.

What is the average annual rainfall received in the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. 500 mm

  2. 1000 mm

  3. 1500 mm

  4. 2000 mm


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Western Coastal Plains receive an average annual rainfall of approximately 2000 mm, contributing to the region's lush vegetation and agricultural productivity.

Which cash crop is known for its medicinal properties and is grown in the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Cotton

  2. Sugarcane

  3. Turmeric

  4. Cashew


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Turmeric, a spice with medicinal properties, is cultivated in the Western Coastal Plains, particularly in the state of Maharashtra.

What is the primary language spoken in the Western Coastal Plains region of India?

  1. Hindi

  2. Marathi

  3. Gujarati

  4. Kannada


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Marathi is the primary language spoken in the Western Coastal Plains region, particularly in the states of Maharashtra and Goa.

Which of the following is a major river that flows through the Western Coastal Plains?

  1. Ganges

  2. Brahmaputra

  3. Narmada

  4. Godavari


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Narmada River is a major river that flows through the Western Coastal Plains, originating in Madhya Pradesh and flowing through Gujarat and Maharashtra.

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