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The Northwestern Plains Zone (NWP

  • Z plays a crucial role in India's wheat production. What percentage of total wheat production and wheat area does this zone contribute, and why is this region particularly suitable for large-scale wheat cultivation?
A 25% of production and 15% of area, due to rich organic soils
B 45% of production and 37% of area, benefiting from favorable climate and irrigation facilities
C 30% of production and 40% of area, with extensive use of mechanization
D 50% of production and 20% of area, due to government subsidies and improved seed varieties
E 10% of production and 50% of area, because of intensive mixed cropping systems
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