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ICSE · Class 6 · Geography

What Agriculture covers in ICSE Class 6 Geography: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 6 Geography syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 6 Geography · 2026-27

Topics in Agriculture

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1. Importance of Agriculture

  • Agriculture is the main source of livelihood for about 70% of people in developing countries.
  • It contributes to national income, food security, and foreign exchange through exports.
  • Provides raw materials to industries like cotton textile, sugar, and jute.
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2. Factors Affecting Agriculture

  • Climate (temperature and rainfall) is the most important factor.
  • Different crops need different temperatures and rainfall. For example, rice needs more water than wheat.
  • Soil type matters — rice grows in clayey soil, cotton in black soil.
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3. Types of Farming

  • Subsistence Farming: Done for family use, small land, simple tools, no machines.
  • Commercial Farming: Done for sale; includes intensive, extensive, and plantation farming.
  • Organic Farming: Uses natural manure and no chemicals to protect soil and health.
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4. Methods of Cultivation

  • Broadcasting: Scattering seeds by hand — simple but wasteful.
  • Dibbling: Dropping seeds in holes at regular intervals — better spacing.
  • Drilling: Using a machine to sow seeds in rows — saves seeds and time.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Agriculture

Importance of AgricultureFactors Affecting AgricultureTypes of FarmingSubsistence FarmingCommercial FarmingOrganic FarmingMethods of CultivationTypes of Crops

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Agriculture for ICSE Class 6 Geography?
Key topics in Agriculture include Importance of Agriculture, Factors Affecting Agriculture, Types of Farming, Methods of Cultivation. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise Agriculture for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 98 practice questions on Agriculture. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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