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According to the PRS report of the Ministry of Agriculture, which two crops contributed to 78% of the country's food grain production till 2015-16? ​
Question

According to the PRS report of the Ministry of Agriculture, which two crops contributed to 78% of the country's food grain production till 2015-16? ​

A.

​Maize and soybeans​

B.

​Millets and pulses​

C.

​Wheat and rice​

D.

​Pulses and sugarcane​

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: Wheat and rice

Explanation:

  • Wheat and rice together contributed 78% of India's food grain production till 2015-16, driven by the Green Revolution, which boosted yields of these staple crops.
  • They remain critical to India's food security and diet.

Information Booster:

  • Wheat and rice dominate India's food grain output.
  •  Green Revolution ensured high productivity.
  • Rice is key in eastern and southern India, wheat in the north.
  • Combined, they support millions of farmers' livelihoods.

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