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What is the significance of photoperiods for plant growth?

Photoperiods determine the type of soil required for plant growth and flowering.
Photoperiods determine the duration of sunlight required for plant growth and flowering. (correct)
Photoperiods determine the amount of rainfall required for plant growth and flowering.
Photoperiods determine the temperature required for plant growth and flowering.

Which crops are grown in the kharif season in India?

Peas, linseed, black gram
Paddy, soyabean, maize (correct)
Pigeon pea, cotton, green gram
Wheat, gram, mustard

During which season are rabi crops grown in India?

From May to September
From November to April (correct)
From July to October
From January to March

What activities can be classified under 'Crop variety improvement'?

Choice of seeds for planting (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of photoperiods in relation to crop variety improvement?

Determining the flowering time of new crop varieties (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the major groups of activities for improving crop yields?

Crop variety improvement, Crop production improvement, Crop protection management Signup and view all the answers

Name two kharif crops grown in India.

Paddy, soyabean Signup and view all the answers

Which season in India is known as the rabi season?

From November to April Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of photoperiods in relation to plant growth and flowering?

Photoperiods are related to the duration of sunlight, which is essential for the growth of plants and flowering. Signup and view all the answers

How has India achieved a four times increase in food grain production from 1952 to 2010?

Through crop variety improvement, crop production improvement, and crop protection management Signup and view all the answers

Name two rabi crops grown in India.

Wheat, gram Signup and view all the answers

How are photoperiods related to the growth and flowering of plants?

Photoperiods are related to the duration of sunlight, and the growth of plants and flowering are dependent on sunlight. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference between kharif and rabi crops in terms of their growing seasons.

Kharif crops are grown in the rainy season from June to October, while rabi crops are grown in the winter season from November to April. Signup and view all the answers

What are the major stages of farming activities involved in improving crop yields?

The major stages are: choice of seeds for planting, nurturing of the crop plants, and protection of the growing and harvested crops from loss. Signup and view all the answers

Explain how India achieved a four times increase in food grain production from 1952 to 2010 despite only a 25% increase in cultivable land area.

India achieved this increase through practices such as crop variety improvement, crop production improvement, and crop protection management. Signup and view all the answers

What are the significant differences between kharif and rabi crops, and how are these differences related to their cultivation?

Kharif crops, such as paddy, soyabean, and maize, are grown in the rainy season and require ample water, while rabi crops, like wheat and gram, are grown in the winter season and are more cold-tolerant. Signup and view all the answers

How does the duration of sunlight, or photoperiod, impact the choice of crops to be grown in a specific season?

The duration of sunlight determines the type of crops to be grown, as some crops require longer or shorter periods of sunlight for optimal growth and development. Signup and view all the answers

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