Question

Which one of the following is not a rabi crop?

• A. Maize
• B. Wheat
• C. Linseed
• D. Mustard

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Maize

The correct option is (A)

Explanation of correct option:

1. Maize isn't a rabi crop.
2. It is a Kharif crop, i.e. they grow majorly in the high rainfall season.

Rabi crops:

1. The rabi crops are those crops that grow in winter.
2. These crops grow during the period of October or November.
3. These crops get harvested during the spring season.
4. These crops need more water as they mostly grow in the dry regions.
5. Major Indian crops like wheat and barley are prime rabi crops.

Explanation of incorrect option:

Option (B):

1. Wheat is a major rabi crop.

Option (C):

1. Linseed is also a proper rabi crop that grows in winters.

Option (D):

1. Mustard is also a major rabi crop. We can see fields go completely yellow during the winters due to their flowering.

Final answer:

Maize is not a rabi crop.