The correct answer is: A. Fruits
Fruits have the maximum area under horticulture in Chhattisgarh State. In 2019-20, the area under fruits was 1,13,000 hectares, which is about 58% of the total area under horticulture in the state. The main fruits grown in Chhattisgarh are mango, banana, guava, orange, and lemon.
Vegetables are the second most important crop under horticulture in Chhattisgarh. In 2019-20, the area under vegetables was 65,000 hectares, which is about 32% of the total area under horticulture in the state. The main vegetables grown in Chhattisgarh are potato, tomato, onion, cauliflower, and cabbage.
Medicinal plants are the third most important crop under horticulture in Chhattisgarh. In 2019-20, the area under medicinal plants was 15,000 hectares, which is about 8% of the total area under horticulture in the state. The main medicinal plants grown in Chhattisgarh are ayurvedic herbs, such as ashwagandha, tulsi, and brahmi.
Flowers are the fourth most important crop under horticulture in Chhattisgarh. In 2019-20, the area under flowers was 10,000 hectares, which is about 5% of the total area under horticulture in the state. The main flowers grown in Chhattisgarh are roses, marigolds, and chrysanthemums.
The area under horticulture in Chhattisgarh has been increasing in recent years. In 2010-11, the area under horticulture was 75,000 hectares. This increased to 1,13,000 hectares in 2019-20. The increase in the area under horticulture is due to the increasing demand for fruits, vegetables, medicinal plants, and flowers in the state.