Inland fisheries in India: Identify the factors that have hindered full exploitation of inland fisheries over the last five decades. Statements: Silting and pollution of inland water bodies Deforestation in the catchment areas of rivers Lack of marketing and post-harvest facilities Choose the correct code.
General Knowledge
Indian Geography
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: 1, 2 and 3
Explanation
Given data
- Three impediments listed: (1) silting/pollution, (2) catchment deforestation, (3) marketing gaps.
Concept/ApproachEach listed factor reduces inland fish productivity—habitat degradation (1, 2) and weak value chains/market linkages (3).
Reasoning• Siltation and pollution degrade habitats, lower dissolved oxygen, and affect spawning.• Deforestation accelerates erosion → silt inflows.• Poor cold-chain/markets depress incentives and raise losses.
Final Answer1, 2 and 3