In which months is the Rabi crop sown?

The correct answer is 'October - December'

Key Points

• Rabi crops:
  • Rabi crops are typically sown at the beginning of the winter season, around October, and harvested in spring, around March or April.
  • The sowing period is crucial because the crops depend on the winter rains brought by the western disturbances.
  • Common rabi crops include wheat, barley, peas, gram, and mustard, which are suited to the cooler growing conditions.

Additional Information

• Kharif crops:
  • Kharif crops are sown with the onset of the monsoon in different parts of India, usually from June to July, and harvested from September to October.
  • These crops depend largely on rainwater and include paddy, maize, sorghum, and millets.
• Zaid crops:
  • Zaid crops are grown between the Kharif and Rabi seasons, typically sown around March and harvested by June.
  • This season includes crops like watermelon, cucumber, and other vegetables and fruits that are heat-tolerant and require short growing periods.