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Q. Which among the following statements is/are correct regarding Kharif crops?
  1. The sowing season is from October to December.
  2. The harvesting season is from February to April.
  3. Jowar, Bajra, Rice, Maize, Cotton, Groundnut, Jute, and Sugarcane are important crops.
Select the correct code from the options given below:
Answer: Only 3
Notes: Kharif crops are sown from May to July and harvested between September and October. Statement 1 is incorrect because October to December is the Rabi season. Statement 2 is also incorrect as February to April falls under Rabi harvesting. Statement 3 is correct as Jowar, Bajra, Rice, Maize, Cotton, Groundnut, Jute, and Sugarcane are major Kharif crops.
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