Question

Read the following statements related to ‘intensive subsistence agriculture’ other than paddy in the world carefully and choose the correct option.
I. Wheat is grown in western parts of the Indo-Gangetic plains in India.
II. Wheat is grown in monsoonal areas only.
III. Millets are grown in dry parts of western and southern India.
IV. Wheat, soybean etc. are grown in northern China.

• A. Only I, II and IV are correct.
• B. Only II, III and IV are correct.
• C. Only I, III and IV are correct.
• D. Only I, II and III are correct.

Hint:

When identifying agricultural regions, always consider the crop's climate needs, soil type, and the region's rainfall patterns. This helps in understanding crop distribution.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

- Statement I is accurate: Wheat cultivation is prevalent in the western Indo-Gangetic plains of India, notably in Punjab and Haryana.
- Statement II is inaccurate: Wheat is not exclusively grown in monsoonal regions; it thrives in cooler climates, including the Indo-Gangetic plains and northern China.
- Statement III is accurate: Millets are cultivated in arid regions, primarily western and southern India, owing to their drought resistance.
- Statement IV is accurate: Wheat, soybean, and other crops are extensively grown in northern China, especially in areas like the North China Plain.
Consequently, statements I, III, and IV are correct, identifying option (C) as the accurate choice.