The scarcity or crop failure of which of the following can cause a serious edible oil crisis in India?

A. coconut

B. Groundnut

C. Linseed

D. Mustard

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The scarcity or crop failure of Groundnut can cause a serious edible oil crisis in India. The peanut, also known as the groundnut, goober, or monkey nut, and taxonomically classified as Arachis hypogaea, is a legume crop grown mainly for its edible seeds. It is widely grown in the tropics and subtropics, being important to both small and large commercial producers.