Question

Compare ‘intensive subsistence farming’ with that of ‘commercial farming’ practiced in India.

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Compare intensive subsistence farming and commercial farming basedon the following characteristics:
  • Pressure in land
  • Size of land
  • Purpose of farming
  • Output
  • Use of labour and machinery

Solution:

Characteristics	Latitudes	Longitudes
Pressure on land	This type of farming is practised in regions with much pressure on agricultural land.	This type of farming is practised in regions with relatively less pressure on land.
Size of land	This type of farming is usually practised on a small plot of land.	Here a large plot of land is cultivated.
Purpose of farming	This type of farming is practised mainly for consumption by the family.	This type of farming is mainly practised for selling in the market.
Output	Farmers receive only a small output.	This type of farming receives a large output.
Use of labour and machinery	This farming requires a lot of labour as heavy machinery is not used.	Farmers employ labourers and use heavy machineries like harvesters and tractors.