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World Geography UPPSC 2024 GS-I
Question

Consider the following statements with reference to cultivated area of some countries of the world:

1. In comparison to USA, China and Japan, India has highest geographical area under cultivation.
2. India's location in tropical monsoon, region helps diversified cropping all through the year.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Both 1 and 2

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Both 1 and 2”.

India is among the countries with the largest geographical area under cultivation. While the USA, China has a larger total geographical area, a significant portion is not arable.

India's tropical monsoon climate, characterized by seasonal rainfall and varying temperatures, allows for the cultivation of multiple crops across different seasons (e.g., Rabi, Kharif, and Zaid crops).

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