​Consider the following statements:
1. As per Food and Agriculture organization of the United Nations, India is the world's largest producer of pulses and ranks second in rice production.
2. The Green Revolution in India led to significant increases in wheat production, primarily in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.
3. Black soil, also known as Regur soil, is most suitable for the cultivation of cotton.
Which of the statements above is/are correct?

Correct option is B

​The correct answer is (b) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

• India is the largest producer of pulses in the world, contributing significantly to global output.
• India ranks second in rice production after China, as per data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

• The Green Revolution (1960s–70s) introduced high-yielding varieties (HYVs) of seeds, especially for wheat and rice.
• The revolution had its maximum impact in Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh, leading to record wheat production.

• Black soil (Regur) is rich in iron, lime, calcium, potassium, aluminum, and magnesium, and retains moisture well.
• It is highly suitable for cotton cultivation, which is why it's also called "Black Cotton Soil."
• Predominantly found in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.

Information Booster:

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) :

• Established: October 1945
• Type: Oldest specialized agency of the United Nations (UN)
• Headquarters: Rome, Italy
• Members: 194 countries + European Union

Green Revolution in India:

• Introduced in the 1960s
• Architect: M.S. Swaminathan
• Focus: Wheat and Rice
• Resulted in food self-sufficiency

Soil Types and Crops:

• Black Soil (Regur): Ideal for cotton, sorghum, soybean
• Alluvial Soil: Suitable for wheat, rice, sugarcane
• Red Soil: Good for millets, pulses