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ibps-so 2018 · Question 23 of 356

When was papaya introduced in India?

  1. A16th centuryCorrect
  2. B17th century
  3. C18th century
  4. D19th century
  5. ENone of these

Answer: A. 16th century

Explanation

Papaya was introduced in India in the 16th century. The answer (a) indicates that the introduction of papaya to India occurred during this period. The cultivation and spread of papaya in the country can be traced back to historical trade and exploration activities, bringing this tropical fruit to the Indian subcontinent during the 16th century.

Source: IBPS SO AFO Mains Memory Based 2018 - CareerPower · memory-based

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