CAPF AC 2022 PYQ with Answer — In which one of the following States, more than 50% area is under Jhu…

2022 · Q61

In which one of the following States, more than 50% area is under Jhum cultivation?

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AManipur
BAssam
CSikkim
DMizoram

Explanation

Mizoram is the state where more than 50% of the cultivated area is under jhum (shifting/slash-and-burn) cultivation, locally called 'lo' — the highest proportion in India. Its hilly terrain and steep slopes restrict settled agriculture, so tribal communities (Mizo, Chakma, Lai) traditionally practise jhum. Manipur (option A) has roughly 30–35% under jhum, Assam (option B) only in hill districts like Karbi Anglong, and Sikkim (option C) has negligible jhum. Hence option D.