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Download Solution PDFWhich of the following is a major wheat growing State?
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Option 2 : Uttar Pradesh
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Uttar Pradesh.
Key Points
- Uttar Pradesh is one of the largest producers of wheat in India.
- The state has highly fertile soil and favorable climatic conditions for wheat cultivation.
- Major wheat-growing areas in Uttar Pradesh include Kanpur, Bareilly, and Allahabad.
- Wheat is a staple crop in Uttar Pradesh and contributes significantly to the state's agricultural economy.
Additional Information
- Himachal Pradesh: Himachal Pradesh has a mountainous terrain, making it more suitable for crops like barley, maize, and horticultural products rather than wheat.
- West Bengal: West Bengal primarily focuses on rice cultivation due to its abundant rainfall and wet climate. Wheat is not a major crop in this region.
- Bihar: Bihar produces wheat but on a smaller scale compared to states like Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. It is more known for crops like maize and rice.
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