Question

How are the crops in India classified based on the seasons?

Answer 1

Instructions:

• List out of the seasonal crops of india
• Explain each type with examples

Solution:

1. Kharif crops:

• They are cultivated between June-October
• Due to which they are called monsoon crops
• These crops require a lot of water to grow
• Rice, maize, tea and coffee are some examples of Kharif crops

2.Rabi crops:

• They are cultivated between October-May
• Are called winter crops
• These crops need less water to grow
• Wheat, oats, barley and pusles are some examples for rabi crops

3.Zaid crops:

• They are cultivated between March-June
• They are the shortest cropping season
• These crops require warm and dry weather
• Seasonal fruits and vegetables are some examples for zaid crops