Question

A ___________ variety of coffee is largely grown in India.
A. Arabica
B. Kents
C. Coorgs
D. Old Chicks.

Answer 1

Hint: Coffee originated from the country Yemen. The harvest of the coffee takes place in the month of November to January. They are grown in colder areas with a height of 600 to 2000 meters.

Complete answer:
Option A, ‘Arabica’ is one of the main varieties of coffee which is grown in India and the other variety is Robusta. Arabica is a mild coffee but the beans are very sweet- smelling which are grown in temperature ranging from 150 degree celsius to 250 celsius. The growth of this coffee requires much care and nourishment. There are four popular varieties under Arabica coffee, i.e. Kents, S.795, Cauvery and Selection 9 coffee. Thus, it is the correct answer.

Option B, ‘Kents’ is a part of the Arabica coffee and thus, is not the correct answer.

Option C, ‘Coorgs’ coffee was first arrived in India by the saint Baba Budan in the 17th century from Yemen which is the originating country and planted the seeds in Chandragiri hills of Karnataka. Thus, it is not the appropriate answer.

Option D, ‘Old Chicks’ coffee is not a relevant option.

Therefore the answer is A.

Note:
The other variety of coffee, i.e. Robusta is grown in the month of December to February.
It grows in a hot and humid climate with temperature ranging from 200 to 300 degree celsius.
It has two main varieties – S.274 coffee and CxR coffee. This variety is preferred less as compared to Arabica which has an international market as well.