Which of the following statements about Ragi crop grown in India is correct ?
It is a millet crop grown in drier parts of south India.
It is a Rabi crop sown between November and March.
It is a rainfed crop grown on red, light black and sandy loam soil.
It is grown between 20 degree Celsius and 30 degree Celsius of temperature and 50 – 100 cm rainfall.
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UPSC CAPF – 2023
Statement C is correct: Ragi is a rainfed crop, especially in areas with moderate rainfall, and it can grow well on a variety of soils including red, light black, sandy loams, and even poor stony soils. Statement A is generally correct that Ragi is a millet crop grown in drier parts of south India (like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh), but statement C provides a more detailed description of its growing conditions and soil suitability, which are key characteristics of the crop enabling its cultivation in such areas. Statement B is incorrect: Ragi is primarily a Kharif crop, sown during the monsoon season (June-July) and harvested in October-November. While it can be grown as a Rabi or summer crop in certain regions with irrigation, it is predominantly Kharif. Statement D provides temperature and rainfall requirements. While 50-100 cm rainfall is accurate, the optimal temperature range is often cited as 25-35°C, making 20-30°C slightly restrictive, although it might fall within the acceptable range. Comparing A, C, and D, statement C most accurately describes the typical cultivation practices and soil requirements that make Ragi suitable for the regions mentioned in A and the climate mentioned in D.
Ragi (Finger Millet) is a hardy millet known for its ability to grow in rainfed conditions on poor soils, making it suitable for drought-prone areas.