Pulses are predominantly grown in India on marginal lands, often in areas with limited irrigation facilities. They are known for their ability to thrive in dry conditions and fix atmospheric nitrogen, making them suitable for rainfed agriculture. Various studies and government reports indicate that around 85-90% of the area cultivated under pulses in India relies solely on rainfall.
With reference to Indian agriculture, which one of the following statements is correct?
Asked in UPPCS Prelims 2002 · Topic: Agriculture and Allied Sectors (Agricultural Production and Productivity Trends)
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Answer: A. About 90 per cent of the area under pulses in India is rainfed.
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