Question

Which of the following crops is commonly grown in dry, arid areas and requires minimal water?

• A. Rice
• B. Bajra
• C. Jute
• D. Wheat

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Bajra

Crops like sorghum (jowar), pearl millet (bajra), and ragi (finger millet) are commonly grown in dry, arid areas and require minimal water because they are drought-tolerant. Millets are small-seeded, drought-resistant grains that have been grown for centuries. They are considered superfoods due to their high nutritional value and adaptability to arid and semi-arid regions. The Government of India has been promoting millet cultivation due to their climate resilience and nutritional benefits. The UN also declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets to raise awareness about their benefits.