Crops: Kharif And Rabi

Kharif crops are those that are sown in the monsoon season, typically in June or July, and harvested in autumn, around September or October. These crops are also known as summer crops. Kharif crops are grown in regions with high rainfall and warm temperatures. The major Kharif crops in India include:

Begins as the monsoon retreats, usually from October to November. kharif and rabi crops

❌ “Rice can be grown in Rabi” – Not typically. Rice is a water-intensive Kharif crop. ✅ “Wheat is only Rabi” – Correct, except in very high-altitude summer-growing regions (rare). Kharif crops are those that are sown in