MPPSC 2015 General Studies Solved Paper-1

(A) Alfalfa, also known as lucerne or Medicago sativa, is a plant that has been grown as feed for livestock for hundreds of years. It was long prized for its superior content of vitamins, minerals and protein,compared to other feed sources. It is cultivated as an important forage crop in many countries around the world. It is used for grazing, hay and silage as well as green manure and cover crop.