geography

agri
made by soonh

The science or practice of farming,

including cultivation of the soil for the
growing of crops and the rearing of
animals to provide food, wool, and other
products
 Q/A
Q 1: Give reasons for the heavy dependence
on agricultural sector in Pakistan .

Ans: About 66% of population lives in rural

areas and nearly 68% of them are engaged
in farming, and agro-based
industries. Agriculture sector plays a
vital role in the economic development of a
country. ... Agriculture sector is the single
largest component of GDP in Pakistan. Its
contribution is 21% to Pakistan's GDP .It is
considered to be the backbone of Pakistan’s
economy.

Q2: name the important agricultural

products of Pakistan
Ans: the products are textiles (fabric and
yarn) ,apparel and clothing , rice, tobacco
,sugarcane ,cotton ,gram ,pulses ,maize ,
barey ,millet and wheat.