ICSE geography

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Question
ICSEENIGE12029620

In what way is the location of India similar to the location of Australia and in what way does it differ ?

Solution

An imaginary line 'tropic of cancer' divides India almost into two halves, similarly an imaginary line 'tropic of Capricorn' divides Australia almost into two halves. 
India and Australia differ in longitudinal extent that is 2933 Km of India and 4023 km of Australia.

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Question
ICSEENIGE12029621

Explain with two examples the role played by mountain ranges in the distribution of rainfall in India during the south-west monsoon period. 

Solution

Thar is the best example as this area receives very little rainfall because of the current of south-west monsoon moves uninterrupted since the direction of monsoon current is parallel to Aravali hills. 
Banglore which is in the rain shadow area whereas Mangalore receives as much as 280 cms rainfall due to Western Ghat.  

Question
ICSEENIGE12029622

Which state has the highest percentage of urban population and which state has the lowest percentage ? Give one reason for each. 

Solution

Maharastra has the highest and Himachal the lowest. 
Mahastra is highly industrialised while there is lack of industry in HP.

Question
ICSEENIGE12029623

Give reasons to explain why canal irrigation is mainly carried out in the Northern Plains.

Solution

It has low relief, deep fertile soil, perennial sources of water and extensive command area canal.

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ICSEENIGE12029624

What is the meaning of subsistence agriculture ? Explain how Indian agriculture has changed from subsistence type of farming ? 

Solution

It is organised by the farmers with the sole objectives of sustaining their families. After the Green Revolution, it has changed due to introduction of HYV seeds, fertilisers irrigation etc.