Consider the following statements in relation to cultivation of wheat. 1. Wheat needs very high rainfall and very high temperature. 2. In India, wheat is generally grown in winter season. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A
None
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
1 only
Correct Option:
B
Explanation
Wheat does not require very high temperature and very heavy rainfall. It prefers cool growing conditions and moderate rainfall. In India, wheat is mainly a rabi crop, sown in the winter season and harvested in spring. Therefore statement 2 alone is correct.
