Question 3 - MCQ Questions - 1 Mark - Chapter 1 Class 9 Economics - The Story of Village Palampur - Economics

Which rabi crop is grown during the winter season?  

(a) Rice 

(b) Wheat  

(c) Millets 

(d) Maize

Answer: 

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So, the correct answer is (b).

Explanation:

• Rabi crops are known as winter crops . They are grown in October or November . The crops are then harvested in spring. These crops require frequent irrigation because they are grown in dry areas . Wheat, gram, and barley are some of the rabi crops grown in India.
• Kharif crops, also known as monsoon crops or autumn crops , are domesticated plants that are cultivated and harvested in India, Pakistan and Bangladesh during the Indian subcontinent's monsoon season, which lasts from June to November depending on the area. 

Let’s check all the options

• (a) Rice - It is an example of Kharif crop

• (b) Wheat - It is an example of Rabi crop. So, this is correct

• (c) Millets -  It is an example of Kharif crop.

• (d) Maze - It is an example of Kharif crop.

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