What is the main challenge for the cultivation of pulses? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the main challenge for the cultivation of pulses?
A. They are mainly grown on rainfed, marginal lands
B. Low market demand
C. High water requirement
D. High fertilizer requirement
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Pulses are often relegated to rainfed, low-fertility lands, resulting in low and unstable yields.

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