Consider the following statements with reference to cultivated area of some countries of the world:

1. In comparison to USA, China and Japan, India has highest geographical area under cultivation.
2. India's location in tropical monsoon, region helps diversified cropping all through the year.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Explanation

India has about 52-54% of its total land area under cultivation, which is higher than the USA, China, and Japan. The USA has large land resources, but much of it is used for forests, settlements, and non-agricultural purposes.

China has vast mountains and deserts, reducing its cultivated land proportion. Japan has very limited cultivable land due to its mountainous terrain.

India has three main cropping seasons: Kharif, Rabi, and Zaid, allowing continuous farming. A mix of tropical and temperate crops can be grown due to regional climatic variations. Regular monsoon rains and irrigation facilities further enhance crop diversity.