Explore fascinating facts about different moong (mung bean) varieties, their characteristics, and agricultural uses. Great for those interested in pulses farming and crop selection.
Which of the following is a well-known high-yielding moong variety commonly grown in India?
Explanation: Pusa Vishal is a widely adopted high-yielding moong variety. Arka Sona refers to a tomato variety, Basmati 370 is a type of rice, and Wheat 101 is unrelated to moong. Only Pusa Vishal matches the crop and trait described.
A farmer wants to reduce losses from Yellow Mosaic Virus; which moong variety offers resistance?
Explanation: Samrat is a moong variety known for its resistance to Yellow Mosaic Virus. Rajma 1 and Kabuli Chana are types of beans and chickpeas, respectively, and Pusa Basmati 1 is a rice variety, none of which are relevant to moong.
Which moong variety matures quickly, typically in about 60–65 days after sowing?
Explanation: SML 668 is known for its short duration of around 60–65 days to maturity. Basmati 1121 is a rice variety, Soybean 9505 is a soybean type, and Arhar LRG41 is a pigeon pea variety, so they do not fit the description.
For summer season sowing in North India, which moong variety is commonly recommended?
Explanation: IPM 02-3 is well-suited for summer sowing in North India due to its adaptability. Desi Cotton and Mustard 311 refer to other crops, and Barseem 100 is a variety of fodder. Only IPM 02-3 is a moong variety recommended for this purpose.
Which moong variety is characterized by its bold, green seeds that fetch a premium in the market?
Explanation: Pant Moong 5 has bold, attractive green seeds preferred in the market. Hybrid Maize 101 refers to corn, White Till 9 is a sesame variety, and Black Gram T9 is urad, not moong. Hence, Pant Moong 5 is the correct variety.