Question

Major source of methane in India is

• A. Rice fields
• B. Sugarcane plantation
• C. Wheat fields
• D. Fruit orchards

Answer 1

The correct option is A Rice fields

In India, paddy or rice cultivation is done across the different regions and in different seasons. The availability of the monsoon and irrigation facility further promote the paddy cultivation. The paddy cultivation occurs in water logged condition and favours the release of methane after the bacteria has respired aerobically. So, the methane release in the country is largely due to the rice fields. Sugarcane plantations, wheat fields and fruit orchard do not need water-logged condition.

So, the correct answer is 'Rice fields'