What does 'cropping pattern' refer to? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What does 'cropping pattern' refer to?
A. Proportion of area under different crops at a given time
B. Mixed cropping
C. Rotation of crops
D. Sequence of crops in a year
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cropping pattern refers to the yearly sequence and spatial arrangement of crops on a given area, specifically the proportion of land under different crops.

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