What is the main cropping pattern in the Indo-Gangetic plains? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the main cropping pattern in the Indo-Gangetic plains?
A. Wheat-rice rotation
B. Sugarcane-wheat
C. Cotton-wheat
D. Rice-rice
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Indo-Gangetic plains follow a predominant wheat-rice cropping rotation, especially in Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh, facilitated by irrigation.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a major producer of fruits?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. All of the above
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Maharashtra

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Maharashtra (grapes, oranges), Tamil Nadu (bananas, mangoes), and Uttar Pradesh (mangoes, guava) are major fruit-producing states.

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Question #2
The main advantage of the 'System of Rice Intensification' (SRI) is:
A. Higher water use
B. More labor intensive
C. Requires more seeds
D. Higher yield with less water

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
SRI is a method that uses young seedlings, wider spacing, and alternate wetting and drying, resulting in higher yields and less water use compared to conventional paddy.

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Question #3
Major rice producing state in India is:
A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Punjab
D. West Bengal

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
West Bengal is traditionally the largest rice producer, followed by UP, Punjab, and Telangana. Rice requires high rainfall or irrigation and is grown in eastern and southern states.

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