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Note: The following question is for the Visually Impaired Candidates only, in lieu of Q. No. 13 :

‘‘Introduction of irrigation through Indira Gandhi Canal has brought about a visible change in the agricultural economy of the canal command area.’’ Explain the statement.


‘‘Introduction of irrigation through Indira Gandhi Canal has brought about a visible change in the agricultural economy of the canal command area.’’

• Which led to an increase in agricultural and livestock production.


• Traditional crops sown here are Gram and Bajara now it has been replaced by wheat, cotton, groundnut, and rice


• It has led to an increase in cultivated area and cropping


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Describe the development of medieval towns in India during the Mughal period.

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Describe the development of modern towns in India during the British period.


 13

Study the given map carefully and answer the questions that follow:


(13.1) Mention the source of origin of this canal.


(13.2) Why is the area to the east of the canal under lift irrigation?


(13.3) Explain the economic significance of this canal for the command area.


 14

Explain the economic and cultural factors that influence the distribution

of the population in the world.


 15

Explain with examples of how commercial livestock rearing has become a specialized activity in the world.