KBC 13: In India, pearl millet is also known as?
The options are:
Gehu
Bajra
Maize
Kuttu
The correct answer is: Bajra
Bajra is the traditional Hindi name for pearl millet or Pennisetum glaucom crop. It is known by several other names including dukn, cumbu, gero, sanio, kumbu, babala or bulrush millet. It is a great source of nutrition and vastly grown in regions of India and Africa.
Since Bajra is a whole grain food it has numerous health benefits attached to itself. Bajra helps prevent chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease and some types of cancer.
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KBC 13: In September 1977, Brazilian football player Pele came to India with…?
KBC 13: In India, pearl millet is also known as?
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