Name the two states where limestone is found. Mention two important uses of limestone.
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.
Give two reasons why the state of Punjab is the largest producer of woollen textiles.
Punjab is the largest producer of woollen textiles because :
Raw material is easily available as sheep rearing is the main occupation in hilly areas adjoining Punjab.
Demand for product is high because of very cold winters.
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 ?