AGRICULTURE
MAJOR CROP
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leguminous crops
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Zaid crops
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Coarse grains
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Regur crops
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Detailed explanation-1: -Millets are Cereals which are called as coarse grains. They have high nutritional value and protein. Examples-jawar, bajra, ragi and maize. Millets are examples of Kharif crops.
Detailed explanation-2: -Why are Millets considered Coarse Grains? The surface of the millet is rough. They are hence referred to as coarse grains. They are not fine grains like wheat and rice.
Detailed explanation-3: -It is because their surface is not so smooth. Coarse means ‘rough’. Millets have surface which are rough. So they are termed as coarse grains.
Detailed explanation-4: -These millets are also known as “coarse cereals” or “cereals of the poor". Indian Millets are nutritionally superior to wheat and rice as they are rich in protein, vitamins and minerals.