Which one of the following is cultivated by transplanting seedlings?
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UPSC Civil Services preparation
- AMaize
- BSorghum
- COnionCorrect
- DSoyabean
Explanation
The correct option is C because Onion is typically grown using the transplanting method. In this process, seeds are first sown in a nursery bed to grow into small seedlings. Once the seedlings reach a certain height and age, they are uprooted and transplanted into the main field.
In contrast, crops like Maize, Sorghum, and Soyabean are usually grown by direct seeding, where the seeds are sown directly into the soil of the main field without a nursery stage. Onion transplanting is preferred because it ensures better plant establishment, higher yields, and more uniform bulb size.
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