Question

Horticulture means

• A. Growing of fruits and vegetables
• B. Primitive farming
• C. Growing of wheat
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Growing of fruits and vegetables

The correct option is A.

Explanations of correct option:

1. Horticulture is defined as the field of science devoted to the cultivation of fruits, nuts, vegetables, herbs, etc.
2. It is a modern method of agriculture.
3. It is also used to grow ornamental plants.
4. Examples of plants grown through horticulture are lilacs, pulses, tuber crops, etc.

Explanations of incorrect options:

Option B:

1. The oldest form of farming is known as primitive farming.
2. The method is followed on small patches of land.
3. The tools used to do this farming are also primitive.
4. This type of farming depends on rain for irrigation and the natural fertility of the soil.

Option C:

1. Wheat cultivation is associated with the growth of the cereal crop wheat.
2. Wheat is one of the most important crops as it makes up the staple diet of major sections of society.

Final answer: Horticulture means growing fruits and vegetables.