Q262
The scarcity or crop failure of which of the following can cause a serious edible oil crisis in India?
A.
coconut
B.
Groundnut
AnswerC.
Linseed
D.
Mustard
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The scarcity or crop failure of Groundnut can cause a serious edible oil crisis in India. The peanut, also known as the groundnut, goober, or monkey nut, and taxonomically classified as Arachis hypogaea, is a legume crop grown mainly for its edible seeds. It is widely grown in the tropics and subtropics, being important to both small and large commercial producers.