Which of the following crop is NOT a legume crop?
- Beans
- Rapeseed mustard
- Soybean
- Groundnut
The Correct Option is B
Approach Solution - 1
The correct answer is (B) Rapeseed-mustard.
Let's go over each option:
(A) Berseem: This is a legume crop, commonly grown as fodder. It belongs to the family Fabaceae and is used for improving soil fertility by fixing nitrogen.
(B) Rapeseed-mustard: This is NOT a legume. It is an oilseed crop belonging to the family Brassicaceae. While it provides oil, it does not have the nitrogen-fixing ability characteristic of legume crops.
(C) Soybean: This is a legume crop, belonging to the family Fabaceae. Soybeans are rich in protein and are widely used in food and oil production.
(D) Groundnut: Also known as peanut, this is a legume crop belonging to the family Fabaceae. It has the ability to fix nitrogen in the soil.
Thus, rapeseed-mustard is not a legume, and the correct answer is (B) Rapeseed-mustard.
Approach Solution -2
Rapeseed-mustard is not a legume; it belongs to the Brassicaceae family. The other options (Berseem, Soybean, Groundnut) are legume crops, known for their nitrogen-fixing ability.
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