Question: Which one of the following is a popular potato variety in the North Indian plains? (RJ ACF 2011)
Options:
Kufri Jyoti
Kufri Swarna
Kufri Lalima
Kufri Sindhuri
✅Explanation: Kufri Sindhuri is a derivative of the cross Kufri Kundan x Kufri Red and was released by the Central Variety Release Committee in 1966. Kufri Sindhuri is a popular potato variety in the North Indian plains due to its high yield, disease resistance, and suitability for various culinary uses. It is known for its red skin and is favored for its taste and texture in dishes like curries and fries.
📌 Other Options Explanations:
-(a) Kufri Jyoti: A popular potato variety known for its oval shape and white skin. It is resistant to late and early blights, immune to wart, and tolerant to viruses.
-(b) Kufri Swarna: This variety is resistant to late blight disease and has yellow skin. It is used for both table purposes and processing.
-(c) Kufri Lalima: This is a recently released variety with red skin and good resistance to late blight.