NCERT Question 2 (i)

Name one important beverage crop and specify the geographical conditions required for its growth.

Answer:

• Tea is an important beverage crop grown in India.
• It requires a warm and humid climate with temperatures between 20-30°C.
• High rainfall (150-250 cm) is essential, and the soil should be fertile, well-drained, and rich in humus.
• It grows well on hill slopes to prevent water stagnation.
• Major tea-producing states in India are Assam, West Bengal (Darjeeling), Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.