In India, date-palm fruits are harvested at which maturity stage?

✅Explanation:
In India, date-palm fruits are primarily harvested at the Khalal or Doka stage. This is the initial stage of ripening when the fruits are fully developed but still firm and have a bright yellow or red color. Dates harvested at this stage are crunchy and have a slightly astringent taste. They are often used for fresh consumption or for making pickles and chutneys.

📌Other Options Explanations:
Chimri or Gandora (a): This is the immature stage when the fruits are small, hard, and green. They are not ready for harvest.
Rutab or Dang (c): This is the ripened stage when the fruits become soft and develop sweetness. Dates at this stage are harvested for direct consumption in regions where they ripen on the tree.
Tamer or Pind (d): This is the fully ripened and dried stage. The fruits are soft, dark brown, and rich in sugar. They are harvested as dried dates in countries with hot, arid climates.

🛑 Additional Information:::
Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) belongs to family Arecaceae.
Centre of origin is Persian Gulf.
Cross pollinated and highly dioecious fruit crop.
Highly salt tolerant among fruit crops.
Commercially propagated by offshoots.
Varieties: Khadraway, Medjool, Barhee, Halawy, Khunezi.