Q1
What is land used for according to classification?
AAgriculture, forests, settlements and industries
BOnly agriculture
COnly forests
DOnly settlements
CBSEClass 10 (CBSE)Social ScienceCh 6 · Topic 2
Land Resources and Land Use
Land is a valuable resource used for agriculture, forests, settlements, and industries, with land use patterns reflecting a region's economi
Core concept
Land use classification includes forest land, land for agriculture, land not available for cultivation (like barren land), and land under non-agricultural uses (like settlements and industries).
How it works
India's land use pattern has changed over time, with increasing land dedicated to non-agricultural uses like urban development, industry, and infrastructure, often reducing agricultural land.
Why it matters
Land degradation, caused by factors like deforestation, overgrazing, and improper irrigation, is a serious concern, reducing land's productivity and usability over time.
Key detail
Sustainable land use practices, including proper land management, afforestation, and controlled urban expansion, are essential for maintaining land resources for future generations.
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• Land use classification includes forest, agricultural and non-agricultural land.
• Barren land is not available for cultivation.
• Non-agricultural land includes settlements and industries.
• India's land use has shifted toward non-agricultural uses.
• This often reduces available agricultural land.
• Land degradation is caused by deforestation and overgrazing.
• Improper irrigation also causes land degradation.
• Sustainable land use requires proper management and afforestation.