Following are the characteristics of an area in India: 1. Hot and humid climate 2. Annual rainfall 200 cm 3. Hill slopes up to an altitude of 1100 metres 4. Annual range of temperature 15°C to 30°C Which one among the following crops are you most likely to find in the area described above?

The described area—hot, humid climate; annual rainfall around 200 cm; hill slopes up to ~1,100 m; and mean temperatures between 15°C and 30°C—matches the geo‑climatic requirements of black pepper (Piper nigrum). Black pepper thrives in warm, humid tropics, requires heavy rainfall (about 200–300 cm in standard references) and grows well on hill slopes up to 1,500 m; its temperature tolerance and preference fit the 15–30°C range given here [1]. Sources also note the crop’s specific suitability to sub‑montane, hot‑humid tracts (e.g., Western Ghats) and need for high humidity and well‑distributed rains, matching the area described [2].

Sources

1. [1] Environment and Ecology, Majid Hussain (Access publishing 3rd ed.) > Chapter 12: Major Crops and Cropping Patterns in India > Tobacco > p. 57
2. [2] Environment and Ecology, Majid Hussain (Access publishing 3rd ed.) > Chapter 12: Major Crops and Cropping Patterns in India > Black-Pepper (Piper nigrum) > p. 65