1. Choose the right answers of the following from the given options.
(i) Regional planning relates to :
(a) Development of various sectors of economy.
(b) Area specific approach of development.
(c) Area differences in transportation network.
(d) Development of rural areas.
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(ii) ITDP refers to which one of the following?
(a) Integrated Tourism Development Programme
(b) Integrated Travel Development Programme
(c) Integrated Tribal Development Programme
(d) Integrated Transport Development Programme
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(iii) Which one of the following is the most crucial factor for sustainable development in Indira Gandhi Canal Command Area?
(a) Agricultural development
(b) Eco-development
(c) Transport development
(d) Colonisation of land
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2. Answer the following questions in about 30 words.
(i) What are the social benefits of ITDP in the Bharmaur tribal region?
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(ii) Define the concept of sustainable development.
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(iii) What are the positive impacts of irrigation on Indira Gandhi Canal Command Area?
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3. Answer the following questions in about 150 words.
(i) Write short notes on drought-prone area programme. How does thisprogramme help in the development of dryland agriculture in India?
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(ii) Suggest the measures of promotion of sustainability in Indira GandhiCanal Command Area.
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(i) Find out the area development programmes being implemented in your region. Assess the impact of such programmes on the society and economy in your locality.
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(ii) Select your own area or identify an area facing severe environmental and socio-economic problems. Make an assessment of its resources and prepare their inventory. Suggest the measures for its sustainable development as it has been done in the case of Indira Gandhi Canal Command Area.
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