Which of the following districts is a leading producer of Cumin seed?

Correct option is A

Ans. (a)
Jalore is one of the leading producers of cumin seeds (jeera) in Rajasthan, along with other arid districts such as Barmer, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Nagaur. Rajasthan is the largest cumin-producing state in India, followed by Gujarat. The dry climate and sandy soil of Jalore provide ideal conditions for cumin cultivation.
Cumin is a rabi crop, sown from October to December and harvested between February and April. It is highly valued for its aromatic and medicinal properties, and India is the largest producer and exporter of cumin in the world.
Information Booster
· Jalore, Barmer, Jaisalmer, and Nagaur are major cumin-producing districts in Rajasthan.
· Rajasthan and Gujarat together account for over 90% of India's cumin production.
· Cumin is a rabi crop, requiring a dry climate and sandy soil.
· India is the largest producer and exporter of cumin seeds globally.
· Cumin is widely used in Indian cuisine and has medicinal properties.
Additional Knowledge
· Udaipur: Known for maize, wheat, and pulses rather than cumin.
· Tonk: Major producer of mustard and gram, not a leading cumin district.
· Ajmer: Produces wheat, barley, and mustard but is not a key cumin producer.