Cotton - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following are favorable conditions for Growth of Cotton?

1. Fairly cold weather
2. Muddy or sandy soil
3. Arid and semiarid regions


a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 2,3

Explanation:
Cotton is a fairly hot weather plant. Temperature should not drop below 60 degrees or so. An average temperature of 90 degrees is good for cotton growth.