Question

Which one of the following is a leguminous crop?

• A. Pulses
• B. Jawar
• C. Millets
• D. Seasame

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Pulses

The correct option is option A.

Explanation of correct option:

1. India is the largest consumer and producer of pulses.
2. All leguminous crops help in the restoration of fertility in the soil.
3. Pulses survive even in dry conditions and they need less moisture.
4. Leguminous crops are grown in rotation.
5. Pulses are the major source of protein in vegetarian diets.
6. Gram, peas, masur, moong, urad, and tur (arhar) are the major pulses that are grown in India.

Explanation of incorrect option:

Option B

1. Jawar is not a leguminous plant.
2. It can be cultivated in both Kharif and Rabi seasons.

Option C

1. Millets are not a leguminous plant.
2. Millet cultivation occurs in the monsoon season.

Option D

1. Sesame is also not a leguminous plant.
2. It is cultivated as a kharif crop.

Final answer: Pulses are leguminous crops.