For which of the following crops does India haVe the largest cultivated area in the world?

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Q: 18 (CDS-I/2003)
For which of the following crops does India haVe the largest cultivated area in the world?

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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0,78,40,21,78,10,9

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{'crops': [6, 1, 6, 7], 'wheat': [4, 1, 2, 2], 'rice': [0, 0, 0, 4], 'india': [8, 1, 7, 13], 'cotton': [2, 0, 0, 2], 'area': [0, 0, 0, 1]}

The correct answer to the question is option 2: Rice. India has the largest cultivated area for rice in the world.

Option 1: Wheat - Although wheat is an important crop in India, it does not have the largest cultivated area in the world for this crop.

Option 3: Pulses - Pulses are also a significant crop in India, but it does not have the largest cultivated area in the world for this crop.

Option 4: Cotton - Cotton is another important crop in India, but it does not have the largest cultivated area in the world for this crop.

Rice is a staple food in India, and it is extensively cultivated across various regions of the country. The cultivation of rice is supported by favorable climatic conditions, including sufficient rainfall and availability of water resources. Additionally, rice is a major part of the Indian diet and is consumed in large quantities, leading to its extensive cultivation. India`s large cultivated area for rice reflects the importance of this crop in meeting the country`s food requirements.