Name the two states where limestone is found. Mention two important uses of limestone.
State two geographical requirements for the growth of wheat in India.
Geographical requirement of wheat are :
i. Temperature: It is a crop of temperate region, requires temperature ranging between 10°C to 15°C.
ii. Rainfall: It requires rainfall ranging between 50 to 100 cm.
With reference to the cultivation of coffee in Southern India
(i) Name the two varieties of coffee plants grown on commercial scale.
(ii) Why are coffee estates inter-planted with orange trees, cardamom and pepper vines ?
(iii) Name one state where coffee is grown extensively.
With reference to the cotton textile industry :
(i) Which is the country’s most important manufacturing center ?
(ii) State two geographical reasons for its importance.
Which iron and steel industry of India is located away from the main coal areas ? What is the main source of energy in the absence of coal ?