Geography2020
With reference to pulse production in India, consider the following statements:
- Black gram can be cultivated as both kharif and rabi
- Green-gram alone accounts for nearly half of pulse
- In the last three decades, while the production of kharif
pulses has increased the production of rabi pulses has decreased. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
The correct option is 1 only. Black gram (urad bean) can indeed be cultivated as both kharif and rabi crops, highlighting its versatility in cropping systems. However, statement 2 is incorrect because green gram (moong) does not account for nearly half of pulse production; it comprises a smaller proportion. Statement 3 is also inaccurate as the trends in pulse production show that both kharif and rabi pulses have experienced fluctuations, but the statement generalizes without acknowledging regional variations or specific data trends. Understanding these nuances helps in grasping India's diverse agrarian landscape and the role of pulses in food security and nutrition.