Generally, how many methods of classification are followed for vegetables?

Answer: Option C

Generally, there are four methods of classification are followed for vegetables.
1. Botanical classification- This method of classification is based on botanical relationships of crops in responding cytology, morphology, taxonomy and cross ability.
2. Classification Based on Hardiness- Vegetables are grouped as hardy or tender based on tolerance to frost and tolerance to lower temperature. This gives information on the season of growing i.e. summer or winter.
3. Based on Parts Used for Consumption- From roots to fruits different parts of vegetables are consumed. On that basis, vegetables are classified. E.g: roots-carrot, radish.
4. Based on Method of Culture- In this method, all those crops having similar cultural requirements are grouped. The system has practical utility for the vegetable grower.