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Social Science (087) — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [2] § CROPPING PATTERN
Explain any two features of Rabi cropping season.
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Model Answer

Feature 1: Rabi crops are sown in winter (October to December) and harvested in summer (April to June). Important rabi crops include wheat, barley, peas, gram and mustard.

Feature 2: These crops depend on precipitation during winter months caused by western temperate cyclones, which provides the necessary moisture for their growth.

Source: Agriculture, Cropping Pattern

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Explanation

The examiner expects two distinct, clearly stated features — typically the sowing/harvesting period and the climatic/moisture requirement (western temperate cyclones). You may alternatively mention the important states (Punjab, Haryana, UP, etc.) as a second feature. Each feature should be one clear sentence. Avoid writing vague points like "they grow in winter" without mentioning the specific months, as that loses marks.

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