Question

Which of the following food grain crops occupies the largest part of the cropped area in India?
1. Barley and maize
2. Millets
3. Rice
4. Wheat

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Rice

The correct answer is Rice.

• ​Rice is the most cultivated crop in India.
  • India is the world's second-largest producer of rice, behind China.
  • Rice was cultivated on an area of around 32.5 million hectares during the fiscal year 2002-2003.

• Barley is the fourth largest grain crop globally, after wheat, rice, and corn.
  • Barley is commonly used in bread, soups, stews, and health products, though it is primarily grown as animal fodder and as a source of malt for alcoholic beverages, especially beer.
• In India, maize is the third most important food crops after rice and wheat.
  • According to the advance estimate, its production is likely to be 22.23 M Tonnes (2012-13) mainly during the Kharif season which covers 80% area.
  • Maize in India contributes nearly 9 % to the national food basket.