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Q17 (NDA-II/2019) Economy › Agriculture & Rural Economy › Crop patterns and uses

Which one of the following is a Rabi crop in the Northern States of India?

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In India, the agricultural cycle is divided into three main seasons: Rabi, Kharif, and Zaid. The Rabi season corresponds to the winter months, with sowing typically occurring from October to December and harvesting between April and June. Major Rabi crops include wheat, barley, peas, gram, and mustard [1]. Barley is specifically identified as a significant Rabi crop in the northern and north-western states of India, such as Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. In contrast, rice, bajra (pearl millet), and ragi (finger millet) are primarily classified as Kharif crops, which are grown during the monsoon season from June to October [1]. While rice can be grown in multiple seasons in southern states like Tamil Nadu, it remains a dominant Kharif crop in the northern states. Therefore, among the given options, barley is the correct Rabi crop for Northern India.

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  1. [1] Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 9: Agriculture > 3. Predominance of Food Grains > p. 7
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