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Question
Mention the conditions necessary for the growth of cotton.
Or
Why is cotton grown widely in the Deccan Plateau?
Solution
Temperature: 20°C to 35°C.
Rainfall: 80 cm to 120 cm.
Soil: Black soil.
Cotton is a tropical plant. In areas where the precipitation is insufficient, cotton can be grown with the help of irrigation. During the period of growth of the cotton plant, there should be abundant sunshine.
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