Question

Which of the following is a horticulture crop?
A) Paddy
B) Wheat
C) Mango
D) Bajara
E) None of these

Answer 1

Hint: Horticulture deals with garden crops. They can either be ornamental plants, fruits or vegetables. The word horticulture is derived from a Latin word ‘Hortus’ meaning garden and ‘cultura’ meaning cultivate.

Complete solution:
Option A) Paddy – is an incorrect option as paddy is a field crop and is not an ornamental plant or a fruit/vegetable crop.

Option B) Wheat - is an incorrect option as wheat is a field crop and is not an ornamental plant or a fruit/vegetable crop.

Option C) Mango - is the right answer as mango is a fruit and is hence is a horticulture crop.

Option D) Bajra - is an incorrect option as Bajara is a field crop and is not an ornamental plant or a fruit/vegetable crop.

Option E) None of these – is an incorrect option as there is a right answer in the above-given options.

Hence, the correct answer is option C.

Note:
Horticulture crops play out an essential function in the Indian economy by creating a business, giving crude material to different food handling ventures, and higher farm benefit. They provide a source of vitamins and minerals. Their production per unit area is higher than in field crops. Horticulture crops have demand nationally and internationally and can be a good source for foreign exchange.