The first crop to be introduced in the Green Revolution was: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The first crop to be introduced in the Green Revolution was:
A. Wheat
B. Maize
C. Rice
D. Pearl millet
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The first high-yielding variety of wheat (dwarf variety) was introduced in India in 1963-64, followed by rice in 1965-66. Wheat responded rapidly to fertilizers and irrigation.

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Question #1
Which crop is known as the staple food of a majority of Indians?
A. Maize
B. Jowar
C. Wheat
D. Rice

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Rice is the most important Kharif food grain, grown extensively in eastern, southern, and northern irrigated areas.

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Question #2
Which of the following is a major producer of bananas?
A. Gujarat
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Maharashtra
D. Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Maharashtra is a major banana producer, along with Tamil Nadu and Gujarat. India is the world's largest banana producer.

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Question #3
Which is the largest oilseed producing state in India?
A. Gujarat
B. Rajasthan
C. Maharashtra
D. Madhya Pradesh

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh leads in soybean and total oilseeds.

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