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The _______ crop is known as the 'Crop of Peace' due to its role in food security.

  1. Rice
  2. Wheat
  3. Pulses
  4. Millets

Answer: Pulses

Pulses are called the 'Crop of Peace' due to their role in food security, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. They fix nitrogen in soil, reducing fertilizer needs. The UN declared 2016 as the International Year of Pulses, recognizing their importance.

Topic Indian Agriculture
Exam Relevance SSC CGL, UPSC, Banking