Which of the following crops is NOT grown during the Zaid season in India?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Rice.
Rice is not grown during the Zaid season in India. The Zaid season, which typically occurs between the Rabi and Kharif seasons, is a short summer crop season. It is mainly suited for crops like melon, cucumber, pumpkin, gourds, and vegetables, along with some pulses and maize. Rice, however, is typically cultivated during the Kharif season, which begins with the monsoon rains in June and ends before the winter season, making it unsuitable for the Zaid season.