HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

GENERAL AGRICULTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Jowar, Bajra and Ragi-together is called
A
Fiber crops
B
Beverages
C
Millets
D
Fodder crop
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Jowar, bajra, and ragi together are included in the category of millets. Hence, the correct answer is option (C). Note:Millets are the cereal grains that belong to the Poaceae family.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum, P. typhoides, P. tyhpideum, P. americanum) is the most widely grown of all millets. It is also known as bulrush millet, babala, bajra, cumbu, dukhn, gero, sajje, sanio or souna.

Detailed explanation-3: -Rich in Protein Mixing these grains with legumes can create an amazing protein dish for vegetarians. A cup of Ragi and Jowar can give you 10-11 grams of protein.

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