Question

The total area under jowar cultivation is _____ of the cultivable area in Karnataka.

• A. 20%
• B. 23%
• C. 26%
• D. 29%

Answer 1

The correct option is C 26%

Karnataka with 18 to 22 per cent of India's jowar production is the second largest producer. Jowar is second most important crop in Karnataka after paddy. The total area under Jowar cultivation is 26% of the cultivable area.

Jowar is widely grown in the north-eastern parts of the Karnataka plateau. Vijayapura stands first in the production of Jowar in the state.

Hence, option C is the correct answer.