Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Land resources and Agriculture

Question:
Land, according to its ownership can broadly be classified under which of the following broad head?
Options:
Private Land, Public Land
Private Land, Public Land, Government Land
Private land and common property resources
Private land, Government Land and Common property resources
Correct Answer:
Private land and common property resources
Explanation:
Land, according to its ownership can broadly be classified under two broad heads – private land and common property resources (CPRs). While the former is owned by an individual or a group of individuals, the latter is owned by the state meant for the use of the community. CPRs provide fodder for the livestock and fuel for the households along with other minor forest products like fruits, nuts, fibre, medicinal plants, etc.