SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 40

SSC CHSL - 13th October 2020 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q40

How many agro-climatic zones (ACZ) are characterised by the Planning Commission of India?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e 15.

  • The Planning Commission has categorised 15 agro-climatic zones in India, taking into account the physical attributes and socio-economic conditions prevailing in the regions.
  • They are:
  1. Western Himalayan Region
  2. Eastern Himalayan Region
  3. Lower Gangetic Plain Region
  4. Middle Gangetic Plain Region
  5. Upper Gangetic Plain Region
  6. Trans-Ganga Plains Region
  7. Eastern Plateau and Hills
  8. Central Plateau and Hills
  9. Western Plateau and Hills
  10. Southern Plateau and Hills
  11. Eastern Coastal Plains and Hills
  12. Western Coastal Plains and Ghats
  13. Gujarat Plains and Hills
  14. Western Dry Region
  15. Island Region