May 2023

Introduction Apart from drinking water, there are many other competing uses. Of this, the use of water in irrigation is the most important. Since ancient times, states used to make efforts for irrigation through ponds and canals. Construction of Sudarshan lake in Maurya period or mention of Tanisuli canal in Hathigumpha inscription of Kharavela are […]

Introduction The flow of water through well-defined channels is known as ‘drainage’ and the network of such channels is called a ‘drainage system’. A geometric arrangement of streams in a region is known as a ‘drainage pattern’. In other words, drainage pattern refers to a design which a river and its tributaries form together, from

Introduction In 1989 Planning commission presented Agro-climatic division with 4 objectives. These Objectives are as follows :- Balance demand-supply of major commodities based on potential of zone. Maximise net income of producers. Generate additional employment. Provide framework for sustainable use of resources. What is Agro-climatic zone? An ‘Agro-climatic zone’ is a land unit in terms

Introduction The first detailed agriculture census in India was carried out for the reference year (1970-71) as a part of World Census of Agriculture. Since then, Agriculture census has been being carried out every five year. The Department of Agriculture and farmers welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers welfare, Government of India conducts Agriculture Censuses

Introduction When we do a comparative study of land use data, many facts emerge. This helps in making policies related to agriculture, forests etc. Land Use : India vs UP Sources : India – Agricultural statistics at a glance – 2021 Uttar Pradesh at a glance – 2022 Category India ( Million Hectares ) UP

Introduction Growing crops in a certain area in a fixed period in such a way that there is least loss of fertility is called crop rotation. Benefits of crop rotation There are many benefits by adopting this; For example : the fertility of the soil is protected, it helps in the control of diseases, pests

There are three distinct crop seasons in the State, namely kharif, rabi and zaid. The kharif season largely coincides with South-west Monsoon under which the cultivation of tropical crops such as rice, cotton, jute, jowar, bajra and tur is possible. The rabi season begins, with the onset of winter in October-November and ends in March-April.

Introduction Uttar Pradesh is a prosperous state from the point of view of agriculture and animal husbandry due to favourable geographical structures.  According to the 2011 census, 59.3 percent of the total working population of the state is employed in agriculture and allied sectors.  Out of this, 29.0% are farmers and 30.3% are agricultural labourers.