Urban and Rural Land Use in India

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Number of Questions: 15
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What is the primary land use in rural areas of India?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Industry

  3. Residential

  4. Commercial


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture is the primary land use in rural areas of India, as a majority of the population is engaged in farming and allied activities.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of urban land use?

  1. High population density

  2. Large-scale agriculture

  3. Scattered settlements

  4. Low-rise buildings


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

High population density is a characteristic feature of urban land use, as cities and towns tend to have a large number of people living in a relatively small area.

What is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from rural to urban use?

  1. Urbanization

  2. Ruralization

  3. Suburbanization

  4. Gentrification


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Urbanization is the process of land conversion from rural to urban use, typically involving the expansion of cities and towns.

Which of the following is an example of a rural land use activity?

  1. Manufacturing

  2. Mining

  3. Animal husbandry

  4. Retail trade


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Animal husbandry, including livestock rearing and dairy farming, is an example of a rural land use activity.

What is the term used to describe the movement of people from rural to urban areas?

  1. Urbanization

  2. Ruralization

  3. Migration

  4. Commuting


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Migration is the term used to describe the movement of people from rural to urban areas, often in search of better economic opportunities.

Which of the following is a common type of urban land use zoning?

  1. Residential

  2. Commercial

  3. Industrial

  4. Agricultural


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Residential zoning is a common type of urban land use zoning, designating areas primarily for housing and related activities.

What is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from urban to rural use?

  1. Urbanization

  2. Ruralization

  3. Suburbanization

  4. Gentrification


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ruralization is the process of land conversion from urban to rural use, typically involving the decline of cities and towns.

Which of the following is an example of an urban land use activity?

  1. Farming

  2. Forestry

  3. Manufacturing

  4. Fishing


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Manufacturing is an example of an urban land use activity, as it typically takes place in industrial areas within cities and towns.

What is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from agricultural to non-agricultural use?

  1. Urbanization

  2. Ruralization

  3. Agricultural intensification

  4. Land degradation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Land degradation is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from agricultural to non-agricultural use, often resulting in a decline in soil quality and productivity.

Which of the following is a common type of rural land use zoning?

  1. Residential

  2. Commercial

  3. Industrial

  4. Agricultural


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agricultural zoning is a common type of rural land use zoning, designating areas primarily for farming and related activities.

What is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from forest to non-forest use?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Reforestation

  3. Afforestation

  4. Forest degradation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Deforestation is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from forest to non-forest use, typically involving the clearing of trees for agriculture, development, or other purposes.

Which of the following is an example of a rural land use planning strategy?

  1. Zoning

  2. Urban renewal

  3. Transportation planning

  4. Economic development


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic development is an example of a rural land use planning strategy, as it aims to promote economic growth and improve the quality of life in rural areas.

What is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from wetland to non-wetland use?

  1. Wetland reclamation

  2. Wetland restoration

  3. Wetland conservation

  4. Wetland degradation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Wetland reclamation is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from wetland to non-wetland use, typically involving the draining or filling of wetlands for development or agriculture.

Which of the following is an example of an urban land use planning strategy?

  1. Zoning

  2. Urban renewal

  3. Transportation planning

  4. Economic development


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zoning is an example of an urban land use planning strategy, as it involves the division of land into different zones with specific regulations for each zone.

What is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from barren land to non-barren land?

  1. Land reclamation

  2. Land restoration

  3. Land conservation

  4. Land degradation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Land reclamation is the term used to describe the process of land conversion from barren land to non-barren land, typically involving the improvement of soil quality and the introduction of vegetation.

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