Jute is called the 'golden fibre'. It grows well in the flood plains of West Bengal and Bihar. What specific soil and temperature conditions does jute need, and why are flood plains particularly suited to its cultivation?
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Model Answer
Jute is called the 'golden fibre' because of its golden shine and high economic value.
Soil and Temperature conditions:
- Jute grows well on well-drained fertile soils in flood plains.
- It requires high temperature during the time of growth.
Why flood plains are suited:
Flood plains are ideal because the soils there are renewed (replenished) every year by fresh alluvial deposits brought by rivers during floods. This keeps the soil fertile naturally, providing the rich nutrients jute requires for healthy growth.
Major jute-producing states: West Bengal, Bihar, Assam, Odisha and Meghalaya.
Source: Chapter 4 — Agriculture, Non-Food Crops (Fibre Crops — Jute)
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Explanation
- The question has two parts — soil/temperature conditions AND why flood plains are suited. Address both clearly.
- The key phrase from the textbook is "soils are renewed every year" — examiners specifically look for this.
- Mentioning "well-drained fertile soils" and "high temperature" covers the soil and climate conditions required.
- Naming producing states adds completeness and is good exam practice for 3-mark answers.