Horticulture Crops in India
Which of the following is NOT classified as a horticultural crop?
- Fruits and vegetables
- Medicinal and aromatic plants
- Wheat and rice — Correct Answer
- Spices and plantation crops
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Wheat and rice are food grain (cereal) crops, not horticultural crops. Horticultural crops include fruits, vegetables, tuber crops, flowers, medicinal and aromatic plants, spices and plantation crops.
Key Points:
- India has adopted diverse horticultural crops due to varying climate and soil conditions.
- Horticulture contributes one-third of agriculture output and 6% of GDP.
- India is a world leader in mangoes, bananas, coconuts, cashew nuts.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, B, D: All are classified as horticultural crops.
📚 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.
