Consider the following statements: 1. Bajra is predominantly grown in states like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat, while Ragi is mainly cultivated in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. 2. Bajra grows well in sandy and shallow black soils, whereas red and shal

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Q: 104 (CDS-II/2024)
Consider the following statements:
1. Bajra is predominantly grown in states like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat, while Ragi is mainly cultivated in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
2. Bajra grows well in sandy and shallow black soils, whereas red and shallow black soil is suited for Ragi.
With regard to the statements given above, which of the following is correct?

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

CDS-II

Both statements are factually correct. However, statement 2 does not explain why Ragi is cultivated in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu; it merely describes suitable soil types.