- Which season is most suitable for growing wheat in Pakistan?
- A) Summer
- B) Monsoon
- C) Winter
- D) Spring
Answer: C) Winter
- Which type of wheat is primarily grown in Pakistan?
- A) Durum wheat
- B) Soft wheat
- C) Hard wheat
- D) Red wheat
Answer: C) Hard wheat
- What is the major wheat-growing region in Pakistan?
- A) Sindh
- B) Balochistan
- C) Punjab
- D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Answer: C) Punjab
- Which of the following diseases commonly affects wheat crops?
- A) Rust
- B) Blight
- C) Mosaic
- D) Mildew
Answer: A) Rust
- Which nutrient is most important for healthy wheat growth?
- A) Calcium
- B) Nitrogen
- C) Magnesium
- D) Phosphorus
Answer: B) Nitrogen
- What is the typical sowing period for wheat in Pakistan?
- A) January – March
- B) May – July
- C) September – November
- D) April – June
Answer: C) September – November
- Wheat in Pakistan is harvested primarily during which months?
- A) January – February
- B) April – June
- C) July – August
- D) September – November
Answer: B) April – June
- What is a common method used for wheat irrigation in Pakistan?
- A) Drip irrigation
- B) Sprinkler irrigation
- C) Flood irrigation
- D) Subsurface irrigation
Answer: C) Flood irrigation
- Which organization is responsible for wheat research and development in Pakistan?
- A) Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC)
- B) Punjab Agricultural Research Board (PARB)
- C) National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC)
- D) Sindh Agricultural University
Answer: A) Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC)
- Which of the following is a major challenge in wheat cultivation in Pakistan?
- A) Excessive rainfall
- B) Soil salinity
- C) High temperatures
- D) Pest infestation
Answer: B) Soil salinity
Important Information in Tabular Form
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Ideal Growing Season | Winter (October – December for sowing) |
| Type of Wheat | Hard wheat (for bread-making) |
| Major Growing Region | Punjab |
| Common Diseases | Rust, blight, mildew |
| Essential Nutrient | Nitrogen |
| Sowing Period | September – November |
| Harvesting Period | April – June |
| Irrigation Method | Flood irrigation |
| Research Organization | Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) |
| Major Challenges | Soil salinity, pest infestation, water scarcity |