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Q. Black soil is suitable for cultivation of which of the following crops?
  1. Wheat
  2. Jowar
  3. Linseed
  4. Castor
  5. Virginia tobacco
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
Notes: Black soil is highly suitable for wheat, jowar, linseed, castor, and Virginia tobacco due to its moisture retention and fertility. These soils are particularly known for supporting leguminous crops, cotton, oilseeds, and tobacco, making all five crops in the list appropriate for cultivation on black soil.
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