Question

Which one of the following is a kharif crop?

• A. Paddy
• B. Wheat
• C. Mustard
• D. Sesame

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Paddy

The correct option is A.

Explanation of correct option:

1. The crops, which are sown at the beginning of monsoon in distinct parts of the country, and harvested at the termination of monsoon, that is, in September and October are known as Kharif crops.
2. Paddy, bajra, maize, etc. are some of the major Kharif crops.
3. The crops like paddy or rice need a huge amount of water for their growth.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option B:

1. The crops, which are sown in the month of winter and harvested in April/May are Rabi crops.
2. Wheat, which is the staple crop for the major parts of the country is a Rabi crop.

Option C:

After wheat, mustard is the major Rabi crop in India.

Option D:

Apart from wheat and mustard, sesame is the major Rabi crop grown in India.

Final answer: Paddy is a Kharif crop.