Question

Three largest gram producing states of India in 2021-22 were:
(A) Maharashtra
(B) Madhya Pradesh
(C) Rajasthan
(D) Gujarat

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (C) only
• B. (A), (B) and (D) only
• C. (A), (C) and (D) only
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only

Hint:

Remember the major producers for key crops:
Wheat → Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana;
Rice → West Bengal, UP, Punjab;
Gram → MP, Rajasthan, Gujarat.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Gram (chickpea) is an important pulse crop in India.
Certain states are major producers due to favorable agro-climatic conditions.

Step 2: Key Approach:
Recall the top gram-producing states in India for the given year (2021-22).

Step 3: Detailed Explanation:
The top three gram-producing states in India in 2021-22 were:
Madhya Pradesh (B), Rajasthan (C), and Gujarat (D).
Maharashtra (A) is not in the top three; it is a major producer but ranks lower.
Madhya Pradesh is the largest producer of gram in India.
Rajasthan ranks second.
Gujarat is third.
Thus, the correct combination is (B), (C) and (D) only.
Gram is a rabi crop, sown in October-November and harvested in March-April.
It is a good source of protein and is grown in rainfed areas.