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Question

According to the Planning Commission of India's classification of the 15 broad agro-climatic regions of India, how many main agro-climatic zones encompass the state of Uttar Pradesh?

The correct answer is

3

While the state identifies 9 internal sub-zones for local planning, the National Planning Commission (now NITI Aayog) views the state through a broader lens. Under this national framework, Uttar Pradesh is divided into these 3 main regions:

Upper Gangetic Plains Region (Zone V): Covering the western and central parts of the state.

Middle Gangetic Plains Region (Zone IV): Covering the eastern parts of the state.

Central Plateau and Hills Region (Zone VIII): Covering the southern Bundelkhand and Vindhyan regions.

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