Find out reasons for the low proportion of Net Sown Area in these states (Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur and Andaman and Nicobar).
Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram and Manipur have larger area under forest and hilly undulating terrain which is unsuitable for cultivation. That’s why Net Sown Area in these states is lower in proportion than other states. Andaman and Nicobar does not have hilly mountainous surface but have higher area under forest and tribal communities which perform hunting and gathering rather than cultivation.