Q. Athikaraya, Kayame, Srihati, and Bhejri sometimes seen in news, these are associated with which of the following?

[A] Indigenous rice

[B] Folk rituals

[C] Medicinal herbs

[D] Sacred groves

Answer: A
Notes:
  • As many as 12 folk varieties of Indian rice examined by researchers can supplement the nutritional demand of important fatty acids in undernourished mothers. 
  • In India, many folk varieties of rice like Athikaraya, Dudh-sar, Kayame, Neelam samba, Srihati, Maharaji and Bhejri are known to enhance milk production in lactating women. Other traditional varieties like Kelas, DudheBolta and Bhutmoori are rich in iron and can be included in diet of mothers to treat anaemia. 

Source: DTE 

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