Human Geography of Tamil Nadu Book Back Questions 10th Social Science Lesson 17
10th Social Science Lesson 17
17] Human Geography of Tamil Nadu
Book Back Questions with Answer and Do You Know Box Content
The Tamil Nadu Rice Research Institute (TRRI) is an Indian research institute working in the field of rice under Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) . It is situated at Aduthurai, in Thanjavur district, it was established in April, 1985 in TNAU to meet the research requirements of the region with the help of existing Agricultural Colleges and Research centres and performs lead function for rice and based cropping system research.
Second Green Revolution (Eco-Framing or Organic Farming): In organic farming synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, growth regulator and livestock feed additives are not used. These types of farming rely on crop rotation, crop residues, animal manure, off-farm organic wastes and biological pest control to maintain soil productivity. This farming method is being adopted by very few farmers in the state.
India observed 2018 as national year of millets. FAO has decided to observe 2023 as the International year of millets.
TANTEA (TANTEA – Tamil Nadu Tea Plantation Corporation Limited) is one of the biggest Black Tea Producers in India with high quality clonal tea. Its plantation spreads over nearly 4500 hec.
Tamil Nadu Dairy Development Corporation Ltd. was transformed into the newly registered Tamil Nadu Co-operative Milk Producers Federation Limited Popularly known as “Aavin”.
To promote organic farming a central scheme name ‘National Project on Organic Farming’ was launched Apart from general things (creating awareness, promoting organic fertilizers, training, capacity building etc.) , the scheme provides financial assistance through Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme for agro-waste compost production units, bio-fertilizers/bio-pesticides production units, development and implementation of quality control regime, human resource development etc.
GI Tag: GI (Geographical Indication) is a name or sign used in products which corresponds to a specific geographical location. It provides rights and protection of holders. Some important GI Tags of Tamil Nadu are: Arani – Silk; Kancheepuram – Silk; Coimbatore – Wet Grinder and Coracotton; Thanjavur – Paintings, Art plate, Doll and veenai; Nagecoil – Temple Jewellery; Erode – Turmeric; Salem – Venpatty (Salem silk) ; Bhavani – Jamakkalam; Maduari – Sungudi; Swamimalai – Bronze Icons; Nachiarkovil – Kuthuvilakku; Pattamadai – Mat; Nilgiri – Orthodox Embroidery; Mahabalipuram – Stone sculpture; Sirumalai – Hill banana; Eathomozhi – Coconut.
The list of IT parks in Tamil Nadu: Tidel Park, Ascendas, Mahindra world city 4 IT & ITES SEZ TIDEL-II, IT & ITES SEZ TIDEL-III, Coimbatore SEZ – Tidel Park.
NH-44 is the longest national highway in Tamil Nadu which runs from Hosur to Kanniyakumari (627.2 km) Via Dharmapuri – Salem – Karur – Dindigul – Madurai – Tirunelveli.
Zone/Districts and Head quarters: Chennai – Chennai; Western – Coimbatore; Central – Thiruchirapalli; Southern – Madurai.
Choose the best answers:
1. The delta which is known as Granary of South India is
(a) Cauvery delta
(b) Mahanadi delta
(c) Godavari delta
(d) Krishna delta
2. Second staple food of the people of Tamil Nadu
(a) Pulses
(b) Millets
(c) Oil seeds
(d) Rice
3. A major hydro-electric power project of Tamil Nadu is
(a) Mettur
(b) Papanasam
(c) Sathanur
(d) Thungabahdra
4. Number of major and minor ports in Tamil Nadu are
(a) 3 and 15
(b) 4 and 15
(c) 3 and 16
(d) 4 abd 15
Fill in the blanks:
1. Agriculture of Tamil Nadu constitutes ______________ % of its economy.
2. Sathanur dam is constructed across the river ___________
3. _______________ is the third largest airport in India after Mumbai and Delhi.
4. The difference between the value of exports and imports is called ____________
Match the following:
1. Bauxite – Salem
2. Gypsum – Servaroy hills
3. Iron – Coimbatore
4. Limestone – Tiruchirapalli
Consider the following the statements and tick the appropriate answer:
1. Assertion (A): Coimbatore, Tiruppur and Erode region is called as The Textile Valley of Tamil Nadu.
Reason (R): They contribute a major share to the states economy through textile.
(a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) explains (A)
(b) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) does not explains (A)
(c) (A) is correct (R) is false
(d) (A) is false (R) is true
2. Assertion (A): The Nilgiris is the least populated district of Tamil Nadu.
Reason (R): It is located in the western most part of Tamil Nadu.
(a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) explains (A)
(b) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) does not explains (A)
(c) (A) is correct (R) is false
(d) (A) is false (R) is true
Answers:
Choose the best answers:
1. Cauvery delta 2. Millets 3. Mettur 4. 3 and15
Fill in the blanks:
1. 21 2. Thenpennai 3. Chennai international airport 4. Balance of trade
Match the following:
1.Bauxite – Servaroy hills
2.Gypsum – Tiruchirapalli
3.Iron – Salem
4.Limestone – Coimbatore
Consider the following the statements and tick the appropriate answer:
1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) explains (A)
2. Both (A) and (R) are true but, (R) does not explain (A)