Consider the following statements regarding the soil and crop suitability of Bihar's agro-climatic zones:\n\n1. Zone I (North West Alluvial Plain) is highly suitable for sugarcane and wheat due to its fertile, medium-textured alluvial soil.\n2. Zone II (North East Alluvial Plain) is characterized by high rainfall and acidic soils, making it ideal for jute and maize.\n3. Zone III (South Bihar Alluvial Plain) is characterized by highly acidic soils that completely prevent the cultivation of pulses.\n\nWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

  • A: 2 and 3 only
  • B: 1 and 3 only
  • C: 1, 2 and 3
  • D: 1 and 2 only

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