Previous year MCQs

UPPSC 2011 GS-1 Indian Geography
Question

'Varuna' is a variety of-

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Mustard

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Mustard”.
Varuna is a variety of Indian mustard that is recommended for general cultivation in the Jammu region.

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