Question

The largest industry and our main occupation is
A. Oil
B. Agriculture
C. Transport and communication
D. Steel

Answer 1

Hint: The largest industry in India is related to the production and management of edible food substances. Indian scientist M.S Swaminathan belonging to this industry has won the Magsaysay award. The green revolution is related to this industry.

Complete answer:
Agriculture is the largest industry in India occupies almost 43 percent of India's geographical land area. It is the solo biggest contributor to India's GDP. It forms the backbone of the Indian economy and provides employment to almost 52 percent of India’s workforce.

Additional Information:
The process of agriculture involves a total of seven steps, which are as follows:
- Preparation of the soil: In this, the soil is loosened and turned for improving its aeration and water holding abilities.
- Sowing: Selected good quality and healthy seeds are sown in the prepared soil.
- Adding fertilizers and manures: Chemical fertilizers and manures are added to soil which adds to the nutrient pool of soil and helps plants to grow faster.
- Irrigation: Water is sprinkled or supplied into the crop field periodically, it is essential to ensure maximum yield.
- Removal of weeds, herbs, and pests: These are removed because they compete with the main crop in the field for natural resources like water, nutrients, etc present in the soil.
- Harvesting: The crops are obtained when they are grown completely by cutting or using artificial machines.
- Storage: Storage of crops is done in dry and sanitized places to prevent damage. After this, they may be sent to the markets or used personally.

Note: Agriculture involves not only the production of crops but also the management and distribution of the products to a huge number of the population. Overpopulation has resulted in increased pressure over agricultural lands and hence more and more natural habitats are being destroyed to obtain agricultural lands. This is one of the greatest disadvantages of overpopulation. Agriculture is not only the largest industry in India, but is the largest employer all over the world. India is one of the largest producers of rice, the largest producer of jute, and the third-largest producer of cotton all over the world. M.S Swaminathan is known as the father of the green revolution in India and Norman Borlaug.