Which of the following statements with reference to crops cultivated in India is/are correct ? 1. Bajra grows well in sandy and shallow black soils, whereas red and shallow black soil is suited for Ragi 2. Bajra is predominantly grown in states like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, while Ragi is mainly cultivated in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Himachal Pradesh Select the answer using the code given below :
- A. 1 only
- B. 2 only
- C. Both 1 and 2 ✓
- D. Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: C. Both 1 and 2
Explanation
Both statements are correct. Bajra thrives in sandy and shallow black soils (dominantly in Rajasthan, UP, Maharashtra), whereas Ragi grows well on red, black, sandy, and loamy soils (mainly in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, HP).
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