Kharif crops (Cotton, Groundnut, Maize) — UPSC Prelims PYQ 2004

Consider the following crops:

1. Cotton
2. Groundnut
3. Maize
4. Mustard

Which of the above are Kharif crops?

1. 1 and 2
2. 1, 2 and 3
3. 3 and 4
4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation

Option (b) is correct

• Cotton, groundnut, and maize are Kharif crops, sown with the southwest monsoon and harvested at its withdrawal. Mustard is a Rabi crop. It is sown in October–November and harvested in February–March.

Answer: (b) 1, 2 and 3