Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Kharif crops are grown during the dry season.
2.Temperature is the primary factor that determines the sowing time of kharif crops.
3.Rice is a major kharif crop grown in the deltaic regions of India.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect. Kharif crops, also known as monsoon crops, are grown during the rainy season, typically from June to October, when they benefit from the monsoon rains. The primary factor for sowing Kharif crops is the onset of the monsoon rains, as these crops rely heavily on rainfall for growth.
Statement 3 is correct. Rice is a major Kharif crop in India and is predominantly grown in rain-fed areas, including deltaic regions, which receive substantial rainfall during the monsoon season.
Source: AIR
