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Human & Political Geography
Question No. 122Interactive Test Mode
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Q122. “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 ?

“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 ?

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Correct Answer: Option (A) — Cotton

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Cotton thrives in subtropical and tropical climates, requires 210 frost-free days, bright sunshine during harvest, moderate rainfall (50-100 cm), and deep, moisture-retentive black or light well-drained alluvial soil.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2020 (Q122)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicGeography → Human & Political Geography
Official Answer KeyOption (A) — Cotton

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2020 Q122

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2020 GS Paper I Question 122 (Geography)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2020 Geography (Human & Political Geography) question is Option (A): "Cotton". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2020 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Geography" and micro-topic "Human & Political Geography". You can explore all repeated questions from Human & Political Geography in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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