Question

Which of the following statements are correct?

1. Oilseeds cover about 12% of India’s total cropped area.

2. India is the largest producer of groundnut in the world.

3. Mustard and linseed are rabi crops.

• A. 1 & 2
• B. 2 & 3
• C. 1 & 3
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 1 & 3

• Correct Answer : Option C) 1 & 3

• Statement 1: Oilseeds cover about 12% of India's total cropped area. This statement is correct. Oilseeds correct are cultivated on approximately 12% of India's total cropped area, making them an important category of crops in Indian agriculture.

• Statement 2: India is the largest producer of groundnut in the world.This statement is Incorrect. While India is one of the major producers of groundnut (peanuts), China is actually the largest producer of groundnut in the world. India ranks second in groundnut production globally.

• Statement 3: Mustard and linseed are rabi crops.This statement is correct. Both mustard and linseed are rabi crops, which means they are sown in winter (October-December) and harvested in spring (March-April). These crops grow during the cooler months and benefit from the winter season's conditions.