Which of the following options contains groups of cropping seasons in India?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Rabi, Kharif and Zaid.
The correct grouping of cropping seasons in India is Rabi, Kharif, and Zaid. These seasons are based on the timing of sowing and harvesting. Kharif crops are sown at the beginning of the monsoon (June–July) and harvested in September–October, including rice and maize. Rabi crops are sown in winter (October–December) and harvested in spring (March–April), like wheat and barley. Zaid crops grow in the short season between Rabi and Kharif (March–June), such as watermelon, cucumber, and vegetables.