The lower Gangetic plain is characterized by humid climate with high temperature throughout the year. Which one among the following pairs of crops is most suitable for this region? [CSAT 2011] (a) Paddy and Cottort (b) Wheat and Jute (c) Paddy and Jute (d) Wheat and Cotton

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