Part of: Miscellaneous Indian Gk set 129

Choose the odd one out ofOrange, Bajra, Maize, Rice

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider the primary use of each item in culinary contexts.

Correct Answer: A) Orange

Exam Relevance: SSC, UPSC, Bank PO

Difficulty: Easy

Explanations:

In the context of food classification, items are often categorized based on their primary use in culinary contexts. This classification helps in understanding the role of different food items in our diet and their nutritional contributions. The primary use of a food item can be as a staple food, a snack, a dessert, or a condiment, among others.

Among the given options, Orange, Bajra, Maize, and Rice, the classification is based on whether the item is a fruit or a cereal. Fruits are generally sweet and are eaten as snacks or desserts, while cereals are grains that are used as staple foods. Staple foods are the primary source of energy and form the base of a balanced diet.

Orange is a fruit, which is typically sweet and consumed as a snack or dessert. It is rich in vitamin C and other nutrients but is not used as a staple food. On the other hand, Bajra, Maize, and Rice are all cereals. Bajra, also known as pearl millet, is a staple food in many parts of India, particularly in the arid regions. Maize, or corn, is a cereal grain that is widely used as a staple food in many parts of the world, including India. Rice is one of the most widely consumed staple foods globally and is a primary source of carbohydrates in many diets.

Therefore, the correct answer is Orange, as it is the only fruit among the given options and is used differently in culinary contexts compared to the cereals. This classification helps in understanding the different roles of these food items in our diet and their nutritional contributions.

Option Analysis:
  • Option A: This option is correct because Orange is the only fruit among the given options. The other items are cereals used as staple foods.
  • Option B: This option is incorrect because Bajra is a cereal grain, similar to Maize and Rice, and is used as a staple food in many parts of India.
  • Option C: This option is incorrect because Maize is a cereal grain and is used as a staple food, similar to Bajra and Rice.
  • Option D: This option is incorrect because Rice is a cereal grain and is used as a staple food, similar to Bajra and Maize.

Mnemonic: Remember: "O" for Orange is the odd one out as a fruit.

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