Q216
In which country, slash and burn agriculture is known as "Milpa"?
A.
Venezuela
B.
Brazil
C.
Central America
D.
Mexico and Central America
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
The slash and burn agriculture is known as 'Milpa' in Mexico and Central America, 'Conuco' in Venezuela, 'Roca' in Brazil, 'Masole' in Central Africa, 'Ladang' in Indonesia, 'Ray' in Vietnam. Slash and burn agriculture is also known as shifting agriculture. It is an old agricultural method followed in many tribal regions of the world. In India such a practise is termed "Jhum" in the North-East.