Question

Give a geographical reason for the following:

Bajra is grown in Rajasthan.

Answer 1

Rajasthan’s sandy soil makes it ideal for growing bajra crops. It contains soluble salts.

Answer 2

Bajra is grown in Rajasthan because the region has low rainfall (around 40-50 cm) and sandy loam or black cotton soils, which are ideal for bajra cultivation. Additionally, the temperature range of 25°C to 30°C suits its growth. Bajra is a rainfed crop and can grow well in dry, hot climatic conditions typical of Rajasthan.