Which one of the following crops is generally benefitted by the rain caused by western disturbances in India?

Western Disturbances are extratropical cyclones originating in the Mediterranean region that bring essential winter rainfall to the northwestern parts of India. This phenomenon is a crucial component of the Indian climate during the winter months.

• Wheat: It is a Rabi (winter) crop sown in late autumn. The light to moderate precipitation caused by Western Disturbances during December and January is highly beneficial for the growth and grain-filling stages of wheat, significantly boosting its productivity in states like Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.
• Kharif Crops: Crops such as Rice, Bajra, and Cotton are grown during the Southwest Monsoon (summer) season. These crops are typically harvested before the onset of Western Disturbances and do not benefit from winter rains.

Consequently, the winter rain is often referred to as 'liquid gold' for the wheat farmers of North India, making Wheat the correct answer.