Points to Remember:
- The question requires factual knowledge about oilseed production in Jharkhand during 2022-23.
- The answer must identify the correct order of oilseed production from highest to lowest yield.
- Access to reliable agricultural data from Jharkhand’s Department of Agriculture or similar official sources is crucial.
Introduction:
Jharkhand, a state in eastern India, contributes to the country’s oilseed production. The ranking of different oilseeds in terms of production varies yearly depending on factors like weather patterns, agricultural practices, and government policies. To answer this question accurately, we need to consult official agricultural statistics for the year 2022-23 from reliable sources within the Jharkhand government or credible agricultural reporting agencies. Unfortunately, readily available, publicly accessible, precise data for the specific ranking of oilseed production down to the level of individual crops for 2022-23 in Jharkhand is limited online. The following analysis will therefore be based on general trends and available information, acknowledging the limitations of readily accessible data.
Body:
Determining the Correct Order (Based on General Trends and Limitations):
Precise data for the ranking of oilseeds in Jharkhand for 2022-23 is unavailable through readily accessible public sources. However, based on general trends observed in Jharkhand’s agricultural production over the years, we can make an educated guess. Soybean and groundnut are generally major oilseed crops in the state. Castor seed and sesame are usually produced in smaller quantities.
Considering this, options (A), (B), and (D) all place groundnut higher than soybean, which is plausible. Option (C) places soybean above groundnut, which is less likely based on general trends, though not impossible in a specific year due to variations in weather and other factors.
Analysis of Options:
- (A) Groundnut – Sesamum – Soyabean – Castor seed: This order is plausible, but the relative ranking of sesame and soybean might vary.
- (B) Groundnut – Soyabean – Sesamum – Castor seed: This order is also plausible, with soybean likely being second to groundnut in most years.
- (C) Soyabean – Castor seed – Groundnut – Sesamum: This order is less likely based on general trends.
- (D) Soyabean – Groundnut – Castor seed – Sesamum: This order is plausible, but the relative ranking of soybean and groundnut could vary.
Conclusion:
Due to the unavailability of precise, publicly accessible data on the specific ranking of oilseed production in Jharkhand for 2022-23, a definitive answer cannot be provided with complete certainty. Options (A), (B), and (D) are all plausible based on general trends, while option (C) is less likely. To obtain the correct answer, one would need to consult official reports from the Jharkhand Department of Agriculture or similar authoritative sources. Future improvements in data accessibility and transparency in agricultural statistics are crucial for informed decision-making in agricultural planning and policy. A concerted effort towards better data collection and dissemination would greatly benefit the agricultural sector in Jharkhand and contribute to its sustainable development.