Organic Cotton Land in Maharashtra
How many hectares of land were committed to grow cotton organically in Maharashtra?
- 500 hectares
- 800 hectares
- 1,200 hectares — Correct Answer
- 2,000 hectares
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
130 farmers committed 1,200 hectares of land to grow cotton organically on IFOAM standards in Maharashtra.
Key Points:
- The produce was tested by AGRECO (German Accredited Agency) and found high quality.
- Cotton is the biggest user of chemical pesticides.
- Kisan Mehta of Prakruti NGO pioneered this initiative in 1995.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, B, D: The correct figure is 1,200 hectares.
📚 About this Topic — CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT
This multiple choice question is from CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT to strengthen your preparation.
