Correct Answer: Pearl millet (Bajra)
Subject: 2025
Explanation: <b>Key Fact</b><br>Pearl millet (Bajra) is a drought-resistant coarse grain crop that thrives in dry areas with low rainfall and sandy soils.<br><br><b>Additional Info</b><br>Topic: Indian Agriculture.<br><br><b>Why the other options are wrong</b><br>Option A: Wheat requires moderate moisture and temperate climate during growing.<br>Option B: Sugarcane is a water-intensive tropical/subtropical crop.<br>Option C: Correct.<br>Option D: Rice requires heavy rainfall and standing water.<br><br><b>Exam Trick</b><br>Millets like bajra and jowar are classic xerophytic/drought-tolerant crops.<br><br><b>Final Answer</b><br>Option C — Pearl millet (Bajra).