Indian Geography UPPSC 2010 GS-I
Question

In an area with annual rainfall of more than 200 cms and sloping hills which crop will be ideal?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Tea

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Tea”.

Tea is an ideal crop to grow in areas with more than 200 cm of annual rainfall and sloping hills because it can tolerate high rainfall and shade.

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