Major Crops In India


 
 
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Major Crops in India

India is a diverse country with varied agro-climatic conditions, which make it suitable for the cultivation of a wide range of crops. The major crops grown in India can be classified into various categories based on their use and significance. Here's an elaboration:

1. Cereals:

Cereals are staple food crops that provide a major portion of the calorie intake for the Indian population. The main cereal crops grown in India include:

  • Rice: Widely cultivated in regions with high rainfall and water availability, particularly in states like West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh.
  • Wheat: Grown predominantly in the northern plains of India, including states like Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh.
  • Millets: These include crops like bajra, jowar, and ragi, which are grown in regions with low rainfall and poor soil fertility, such as parts of Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Karnataka.
  • 2. Pulses:

    Pulses are an important source of protein in the Indian diet and play a crucial role in enhancing soil fertility through nitrogen fixation. Major pulse crops cultivated in India include:

  • Chickpea (gram)
  • Pigeon pea (arhar or tur)
  • Lentils (masoor)
  • Moong bean (green gram)
  • Urad bean (black gram)
  • 3. Oil Seeds:

    Oil seeds crops are grown for the extraction of edible oils and are essential for cooking purposes. Major oil seeds crops in India are:

  • Groundnut (peanut)
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    The most cultivated crop in India among cereals is ________________.

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 2

    Which of the following seasons are known as agricultural season for crops?

    Right Option : D
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    Question : 3

    Which is not included in cash crop ?

    Right Option : B
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