Match List I with List II correctly and select your answer using the codes given below :

LIST I		LIST II
(a)	Assam	1.	Ponam
(b)	Orissa	2.	Mashan
(c)	Andhra Pradesh	3.	Jhum
(d)	Kerala	4.	Podu.

The correct answer is a - 3, b - 4, c - 2, d - 1..

Key Points

• Assam is known for its practice of Jhum cultivation, which is a form of shifting agriculture.
• In Orissa, Podu could refer to a local term or practice related to agriculture or local customs.
• Andhra Pradesh has various traditional agricultural practices, but Mashan (slash and burn agriculture) is common in tribal areas.
• Kerala is rich in cultural and agricultural diversity, but Ponam is not directly associated with it in the given options.

Additional Information

• The practice of Jhum cultivation involves clearing a piece of land by slashing and burning the plants, then cultivating crops on it for a few years before moving on to a new piece of land.
• Podu cultivation is a similar slash-and-burn agriculture practice known in different parts of India by various names, reflecting the diverse agricultural practices across the country.
• The traditional agricultural practices like Jhum and Podu have been subjects of environmental and sustainability discussions due to their impact on forests and local ecosystems.