Question

Kharif is derived from the Arabic language during the Mughals, which means..................
A) Autumn
B) Summer
C) Spring
D) Rain

Answer 1

Hint: The Kharif refers to the season. This term is used in India for defining the season in which the crops are grown. The Kharif season ends in early winter, which is November. Rice, maize are examples of Kharif crops.

Complete answer:
The Kharif and rabi are the two types of crops grown in the Indian subcontinent. These crops are named according to the seasons in which they are grown. The term Kharif and rabi are derived from the Arabic language. The Mughals invaded India and ruled for several centuries so they named these crops in accordance with the language they used. The Kharif in Arabic means autumn.

The Kharif crops are the crops that are sown before the rainy season. These crops require a huge quantity of water for their growth. So, they are sown just before the rainy season. These crops are harvested before the winters. Hence this period is known as the Kharif period. The Kharif period varies from region to region and the crops are sown just before the monsoon.

Rice is the most important Kharif crop of India. It is grown in a hot and humid climate during the rainy season. It requires 16-20 degrees Celsius during the growing stage and 18-32 degrees during ripening. The rainfall required for this crop is around 200 centimetres.

Thus, the correct answer is option 'A’.

Note: The rabi in Arabic language means spring. The rabi crops are grown in the winter season. It is sown in November and harvested in April-May. Wheat is one of the important rabi crops.