Previous Year Question
The Sultana, Gulabi and Kali Champa varieties in different regions of India are varieties of which of the following major fruits?
Custard Apple
Orange
Guava
Grapes
Correct Answer: D
Detailed Solution
Sultana, Gulabi and Kali/Black Champa are different varieties of grapes. Grapes are cultivated under different climatic conditions in India, and the suitable varieties also differ according to the growing region.
Sultana is a seedless grape variety and is used both as fresh fruit and for the production of raisins. Gulabi is a dark-coloured grape variety, while Black Champa is also a coloured seeded grape cultivar.
In India, grapes are cultivated in several states, particularly Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. Black Champa has also been used in Indian grape breeding programmes for the development of several improved grape hybrids.