Understanding basic agricultural practices and related terms is important.
Consider the following statements: (1) Manure and fertilizers are the main source of nutrient supply to crops. (2) Inorganic farming is practised with minimal use of fertilisers and pesticides. (3) Growing of different crops on a piece of land in pre-planned succession is called intercropping. (4) Bee-keeping is done to get wax. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Asked in HPPSC HPAS Prelims 2023 · Topic: Agriculture and Allied Sectors (Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Change Impact)
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