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Maharashtra Agriculture, Livestock, Fishing, Mineral &Power Resources Hey Mumbai University SYBA IDOL students!  Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of Geography of Maharashtra , exploring  about – “Maharashtra Agriculture, Livestock, Fishing, Mineral &Power Resources“.   This session will help us understand how Maharashtra’s natural resources contribute to its economy and daily life. We will explore the types of crops grown in the state, the importance of livestock and poultry farming, and the role of fishing in coastal and inland areas. Additionally, we will discuss mineral resources, energy sources, and how Maharashtra generates power to meet its needs. We will begin by checking our understanding with true or false statements related to agriculture, irrigation, and fishing. Then, we will move on to fill in the blanks, where we will learn key facts about crops, minerals, and energy production. We will also go through multiple-choice questions to test our knowledge about cash crops, non-conventional energy sources, and power stations in Maharashtra. In the later part of the session, we will explore the major food crops and cash crops of Maharashtra and examine how livestock resources, such as cattle and poultry, contribute to the state’s economy. We will also discuss the problems faced by livestock and poultry farming and the steps taken by the government to improve these industries. Moving on to fishing, we will classify different types of fishing in Maharashtra and understand the connection between fresh water fishing and rice cultivation. Finally, we will focus on energy resources, including thermal, hydel, solar, and nuclear power stations in Maharashtra. We will study the advantages and disadvantages of solar energy and how different energy sources impact the environment. By the end of this session, you will have a strong understanding of Maharashtra’s agriculture, livestock, fishing, minerals, and power resources. So, SYBA IDOL Mumbai University students, get ready to unwrap the “Maharashtra Agriculture, Livestock, Fishing, Mineral &Power Resources” with customized IDOL notes  just for you. Let’s jump into this exploration together Follow Us For More Updates Instagram Telegram Whatsapp True OR False a. Anthracite coal is a metamorphic rock and is considered the highest grade coal – Trueb. The main fruit crops are apple, banana, pear, watermelon – Falsec. Sugarcane cultivation is confined to the area receiving adequate and timely irrigation – Trued. Fishing in Maharashtra is mainly dependent on south west monsoonal rain – Truee. In Maharashtra Cotton is grown in Son valley – Falsef. 60% of the total agricultural land in the Konkan area under rice cultivation – Falseg. India is the second largest fish producer in the world after China – True Fill in the blanks:- a. Ground nut, the principal oilseed of Maharashtra, is more common in dry areas and infertile soils.b. By agriculture, we mean the production of crops, livestock, or poultry.c. Rice is an important crop in Konkan region of Maharashtra.d. Maharashtra, a coastal state, is endowed with a coastline of 720 km.e. The Indian cow is often called the “Holstein” or “desi cow” (note: specific name may vary based on context; the text mentions “tea-cup cow” in a different context).f. Anthracite coal is a metamorphic rock and is considered the highest grade coal.g. Goats are called the poor man’s cow. Multiple choice question:- a. Cash crops in Maharashtra includeI. groundnut, cotton, sugarcane, turmeric, and tobacco.II. groundnut, rice, sugarcane, wheat, and tobacco.III. groundnut, wheat, rice, mango, and tobacco.IV. groundnut, turmeric, tobacco, apple, rice Ans – I. groundnut, cotton, sugarcane, turmeric, and tobacco. b. Bauxite isI. A source of nuclear energyII. An aluminium ore.III. An Iron oreIV. A variety of fish Ans – II. An aluminium ore. c. Non-conventional sources of energy includeI. energy from coal, petroleum, tidal energy, geo-thermal energy and even energy from waste materialII. energy from sun, coal, biomass, petroleum energyIII. energy from sun, wind, biomass, tidal energy, geo-thermal energy and even energy from waste materialIV. energy from, tidal energy, geo-thermal energy and even energy from coal. Ans- III. energy from sun, wind, biomass, tidal energy, geo-thermal energy and even energy from waste material d. KhopoliI. first Hydel power station in MaharashtraII. first Atomic power station in MaharashtraIII. first Solar power station in MaharashtraIV. first Tidal power station in Maharashtra Ans- I. first Hydel power station in Maharashtra e. Atomic power is obtained from the atomic reactions related to the radio active munerals like,I. Uranium, Thorium, Radium, Lithium,Plutonium. etcII. Coal, Thorium, iron, etc.III. Uranium, coal, petroleum. etc Ans- I. Uranium, Thorium, Radium, Lithium,Plutonium. etc Short answer question:- Question 1 :- State major characteristics of agriculture of Maharashtra.    Introduction:       Agriculture plays a crucial role in the economy of Maharashtra, contributing significantly to employment and food production. Despite being an industrialized state, agriculture remains the primary occupation for a large portion of the population. This dependence on agriculture is largely influenced by various geographical and climatic factors. Maharashtra’s agriculture is not only diverse but also faces numerous challenges. The following points highlight the major characteristics of agriculture in the state: Intensive Subsistence Farming: Agriculture in Maharashtra primarily follows an intensive subsistence farming model. Farmers grow crops mainly for their families with very little surplus for sale. This means that most production is used to feed the household, indicating a lack of access to larger markets. Diverse Cropping Patterns: The state has a rich variety of crops that include both food crops and cash crops. Major food crops include rice, jowar (sorghum), and pulses. Cash crops such as cotton, sugarcane, turmeric, and oilseeds like groundnut are also significant, showcasing the agricultural diversity in the region. Heavy Dependence on Monsoon: Maharashtra’s agriculture heavily relies on the southwest monsoon, which occurs between June and September. This rain is crucial for irrigation, especially in rain-fed areas. Any fluctuation in the timing or amount of rain can lead to adverse effects such as droughts or floods, significantly impacting crop yields. Fragmented Land Holdings: Due to cultural and legal practices related to land inheritance, farming lands in Maharashtra are often small and fragmented. This fragmentation makes it difficult for farmers to be economically viable, as smaller holdings lead to lower productivity and increased costs per unit of land. Low Use