Which of the following food grain crops occupies the largest part of the cropped area in India?
A
Barley and maize
B
Jowar and bajra
C
Rice
D
Wheat
Correct Answer: Rice
Rice is the most cultivated crop in India. India is the world's second-largest producer of rice, behind China. Rice was cultivated on an area of around 32.5 million hectares during the fiscal year 2002-2003.