Q345
The principal Kharif crop of the state is
A.
paddy
AnswerB.
cotton
C.
sugarcane
D.
ground nut
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Paddy (rice) is a principal kharif crop. In Punjab, paddy is grown over wide range of soil with pH varying from 5.0 to 9.5. Due to use of High Yielding Varieties and new technology, rice is grown largely in Punjab.