Question

Which of this is not a Rabi crop?

• A. Wheat
• B. Gram
• C. Cotton
• D. Pea

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Cotton

The correct option is C:

Explanation of the correct option :

1. Kharif crops (rainy season crops) are grown during rainy season in June/July and harvested in September/October.
2. They need warm and wet weather for vegetative growth and shorter day-length for flowering.
3. Kharif crops include paddy (rice), maize, groundnut, jowar, bajra, pulses, soyabean, cotton, etc.
4. Kharif crops need more water than rabi crops.
   

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A,B and D

1. Rabi crops (winter season crops) are sown in October/November and harvested in March/ April. .
2. These need longer day-length for flowering.
3. Rabi crops include wheat, gram, peas, mustard, linseed, etc.

Final answer: This is not a Rabi crop: Cotton.