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Which of the following term is not associated with shifting agriculture in India?

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Penda
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Bewar
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Jhum
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Ladang
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Solution

The correct option is D Ladang
Shifting cultivation is a traditional practice of agriculture prevalent in various parts of Asia, Africa and South-America. It is known as ladang in south-east Asia, milpa in Central America, Chitemene or tavy in Africa and Chena in Sri Lanka. In India it has different local names like dhya, penda, bewar, nevad, Jhum, podu.

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