i. Give reasons to explain why the Kanara coastal zone lacks transport facilities.
ii. What factors have made agriculture the most important occupation of this regions ? Name any two agricultural products of the area.
i. Because of rugged topography.
ii. Factors - Rich fertile soil, Sufficient rainfall and uniformly high temperature.
Products - Rice and Spices
i. Why are the rivers of the northern mountainous region important for important for generating hydro - electric power ?
ii. Name two areas that have a high hydel power generating potential.
i. What is the importance of the readymade garments segment of this industry ?
ii. What determines the location of the ready-made garment segment of this industry ?
Why is the plastic industry called a 'Sunrise' industry ? Name two commonly used products of this industry.
i. Why are fertilizers factories located near oil refineries ?
ii. What impact did the chemical fertilizer industry have on the 'Green Revolution' ?
Give two reasons to explain why the generation of nuclear power has not developed in the developing countries in the world ?
With reference to the Kanara Coastal Zone, name the following :
i. One Manganese producing area.
ii. A city with an oil refinery.
iii. The two terminal towns of the National Highway No 17.