Which of the following commercial crops covers maximum area in the state?

Sugarcane
Oilseeds
Cotton
Sunflower

The correct answer is: A. Sugarcane

Sugarcane is a major commercial crop in India. It is grown in almost all states of the country, but it is most concentrated in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. Sugarcane is a perennial crop that is harvested once a year. It is a major source of sugar and ethanol in India.

Oilseeds are another major commercial crop in India. They are grown in almost all states of the country, but they are most concentrated in the states of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. Oilseeds are a major source of edible oil in India.

Cotton is a major commercial crop in India. It is grown in almost all states of the country, but it is most concentrated in the states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh. Cotton is a major source of fiber in India.

Sunflower is a major commercial crop in India. It is grown in almost all states of the country, but it is most concentrated in the states of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. Sunflower is a major source of oil in India.

Here is a table showing the area under cultivation of different commercial crops in India in 2019-20:

Crop | Area under cultivation (in million hectares)
——- | ——–
Sugarcane | 5.13
Oilseeds | 11.21
Cotton | 10.64
Sunflower | 1.21

As you can see, sugarcane is the crop that covers the maximum area in India.