Q129
'Cajanus cajan L' is a scientific name of
A.
Pigeon pea
AnswerB.
Lentil
C.
Chick pea
D.
Black gram
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Cajanus cajan L is the scientific name of legume pigeon pea, also called arhar or tur dal in the common language. It belongs to the legume family i.e. Fabaceae. It is consumed on large scale in South Asia and is a major source of protein for the population of the Indian subcontinent.