MCQs – India Changes in land use patterns

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: May 19, 2025

1. : Urbanization primarily leads to changes in land use patterns by:
(A) Increasing forest cover
(B) Expanding agricultural land
(C) Converting rural areas into urban settlements
(D) Enhancing wildlife habitats

2. : Conversion of agricultural land into industrial zones or residential areas is an example of:
(A) Land degradation
(B) Desertification
(C) Urban sprawl
(D) Afforestation

3. : The Green Revolution in India led to changes in land use patterns by:
(A) Encouraging deforestation
(B) Intensifying agricultural practices
(C) Promoting conservation of natural habitats
(D) Expanding wildlife sanctuaries

4. : Afforestation programs aim to:
(A) Convert agricultural land into forests
(B) Expand urban areas
(C) Encourage industrialization
(D) Combat deforestation and restore degraded land

5. : Land use changes due to climate change may include:
(A) Expansion of agricultural land in arid regions
(B) Reduction in forest cover due to increased precipitation
(C) Shifting cultivation practices to higher altitudes
(D) Conversion of wetlands into urban areas due to sea level rise