Which one of the following crops is more responsive to zinc application?

Correct option is C

✅ (c) Paddy: • Paddy (rice) is highly sensitive to zinc deficiency, especially in submerged conditions. • Deficiency leads to khaira disease (bronzing of leaves), reduced tillering, and stunted growth. • Zinc sulfate is commonly applied to correct this.
❌ (a) Wheat: • Less sensitive than rice, but can still show signs of zinc deficiency.
❌ (b) Rape seed: • Not prominently affected by zinc shortage.
❌ (d) Moong: • A legume, less commonly associated with zinc responsiveness.