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Crop Production and Management

Subject: General Science

Book: NCERT Science Class 8

Farming involves different stages like soil preparation, sowing, irrigation, and harvesting.
- **Types of Crops**:
1. **Kharif crops**: Grown in the rainy season (rice, maize).
2. **Rabi crops**: Grown in winter (wheat, mustard).

- **Farming Practices**:
- Use of fertilizers and manure to improve soil fertility.
- Irrigation methods like drip irrigation.
- Protection from pests and weeds.

**Possible Exam Questions:**
1. What are the different types of crops grown in India?
2. Explain the different stages of crop production.
3. Why is crop rotation beneficial for soil?
4. Discuss modern irrigation techniques in Indian agriculture.
5. How do fertilizers affect crop growth?