Geography Practice Quiz 18

Q1.In 2020, India was the second largest producer of which oilseed globally, after China?

A. Mustard B. Coconut C. Groundnut D. Soyabean

Q2.Approximately what percentage of the total cropped area of India is covered by oil seeds?

A. 8 per cent B. 10 per cent C. 12 per cent D. 15 per cent

Q3.Which of the following oilseeds is primarily a rabi crop in India?

A. Groundnut B. Sesamum (in North India) C. Mustard D. Castor seed (as a kharif crop)

Q4.In 2019–20, which Indian state was the largest producer of groundnut?

A. Rajasthan B. Tamil Nadu C. Gujarat D. Maharashtra

Q5.Tea cultivation is an example of which type of agriculture?

A. Shifting agriculture B. Intensive subsistence agriculture C. Plantation agriculture D. Commercial grain farming

Q6.What is India's global standing in terms of both production and consumption of pulses?

A. Second largest producer and consumer B. Largest producer and consumer C. Third largest producer and consumer D. Largest producer, second largest consumer

Q7.Which of the following is NOT listed as a major pulse-producing state in India?

A. Madhya Pradesh B. Rajasthan C. Maharashtra D. Gujarat

Q8.What is a key characteristic of pulses regarding their moisture requirement?

A. They require abundant moisture. B. They need moderate moisture. C. They need less moisture and survive even in dry conditions. D. They thrive only in waterlogged areas.

Q9.Which of the following climatic conditions is ideal for the continuous growth of tender tea leaves?

A. Dry climate with heavy seasonal rainfall B. Climate with frost and snowfall throughout the year C. Climate all through the year with frequent showers evenly distributed D. Hot and humid climate with long dry spells

Q10.Where is tea typically processed to restore its freshness?

A. In large factories located in urban centers B. At port cities before export C. Within the tea garden itself D. In specialized processing units far from the gardens

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Geography Practice Quiz 18