"The crop is subtropical in nature. A hard frost is injurious to it. It requires at least 210 frost-free…
"The crop is subtropical in nature. A hard frost is injurious to it. It requires at least 210 frost-free days and 50 to 100 centimeters of rainfall for its growth. A light well-drained soil capable of retaining moisture is ideally suited for the cultivation of the crop." Which one of the following is that crop?
Cotton
Jute
Sugarcane
Tea
Solution
These conditions — sub-tropical, frost-free 210 days, 50-100 cm rainfall, light well-drained soil — describe cotton cultivation. Answer: (a).