Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Land resources and Agriculture

Question:

Which of the following two states together produce 90 percent of soyabean in the country?

Options:

Maharshtra and Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

Madhya Pradesh and Andhra pradesh

Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra

Correct Answer:

Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra

Explanation:

Soyabean and sunflower are other important oilseeds grown in India. Soyabean is mostly grown in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. These two states together produce about 90 per cent of total output of soyabean in the country. Sunflower cultivation is concentrated in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and adjoining areas of Maharashtra. It is a minor crop in northern parts of the country where its yield is high due to irrigation.