Correct option is A
The hybrid variety
Mahi Kanchan was developed by the
Agricultural Research Centre, Banswara and is associated with
maize (corn) cultivation.
Key Points:
1.
Mahi Kanchan:
· It is a high-yielding hybrid variety of
maize.
· Named after the
Mahi River, which flows through the Banswara district in Rajasthan.
2.
Importance of Maize in Banswara:
· Banswara is known as the
"Maize Hub" of Rajasthan due to the extensive cultivation of maize in the region.
· The district's climate and soil are well-suited for maize cultivation, and the development of hybrid varieties like Mahi Kanchan has significantly boosted agricultural productivity.
3.
Other Crops in Banswara:
· While wheat, rice, and jowar are also grown in Banswara,
maize remains the primary crop, particularly with the introduction of hybrid varieties like Mahi Kanchan.
