Question

How is the water retained in terrace farming?

• A. By making the slope of the soil fully flat.
• B. By raising the edge of the soil on every flat area.
• C. By making the soil rough.
• D. By planting many trees at the edges.

Answer 1

The correct option is B By raising the edge of the soil on every flat area.

In mountainous or hilly places, the people do 'terrace' cultivation. This means that the land on a hill slope is made into flat plots and carved out in steps. The sides of each plot are raised in order to retain water. This allows water to stand in the field, which is best for rice cultivation.