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In which region of India is shifting agriculture, known as 'Jhumming', predominantly practiced?

1

Western India

2

North-eastern states

3

Southern India

4

Central India

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Answer

B. North-eastern states

Solution:

Jhumming is primarily practiced in the North-eastern states like Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Nagaland, where farmers clear land to grow crops temporarily.

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