What is meant by Jhum cultivation? Explain how it is responsible for d – InterviewSolution

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1.	What is meant by Jhum cultivation? Explain how it is responsible for deforestation.
Answer» In Jhum cultivation, farmers clear the trees of the forest and burn the plant remains. The ash of the burnt vegetation contains minerals and is used as fertiliser. The land is then used for farming or cattle grazing. After cultivation, farmers move to another area and this process is repeated. Thus, in north-eastern states of India, this practice has caused major deforestation.

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