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Question

Which one of the following crop cycles is considered most suitable for Eastern U.P.?

  1. Rice/Maize-Wheat
  2. Maize-Potato-Moong
  3. Maize-Grape-Wheat
  4. Cotton-Wheat-Moong

Answer:

Option A: Rice/Maize-Wheat

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Rice/Maize-Wheat”.

Given that Eastern Uttar Pradesh has favorable conditions for rice and wheat cultivation, the cycle of Rice-Wheat is commonly practiced.