(xvii) Name some Important rivers from which big canals are emerging.

Ans: Important streams have been diverted from River Ravi, Chenab, Jhelum Sutlej and Indus, which irrigate different regions. Related Questions: Who was appointed as the first civil martial law administrator of Pakistan? Q1. Who had the trade and industry in hands before the partition? Q2. What do you mean by “Minerals”? Q3. Explain the reserves, … Read more

(xv) What is Indus Water Treaty? How rivers were divided between Pakistan and India?

Ans: Indus Water Treaty: In 1947, at the time of partition, Ferozpur Headworks built on River Sutlej and Madhupur on River Ravi were given to India. This was despite the fact that the stream emerging from them irrigated a vast area of Pakistan. India stopped the water flowing from these streams under the plans. This … Read more

(xiv) Which steps should be taken to increase per acre average yield?

Ans: The following steps may be used to increase the agricultural produce in Pakistan: 1 To develop the agricultural sector, it is required that different agricultural tools and modern machinery should be used for farming on a scientific basis. 2 Along with human efforts and expertise, agricultural development requires the use of good quality seeds, … Read more

(xiii) What are the reasons of low per acre average yield in Pakistan?

Ans: Pakistan is basically an agricultural country and is famous for its agricultural products throughout the world. The resources of agricultural land all over Pakistan vary. Some areas have fertile agricultural land, excellent plains, good climatic conditions and excellent water source under the land surface. Others do not have these favourable conditions. Some areas irrigate … Read more