With reference to pulse production in India, consider the following statements: 1. Black gram can be cultivated as both kharif and rabi crop. 2. Green-gram alone accounts for nearly half of pulse production. 3. In the last three decades, while the production of kharif pulses has increased, the production of rabi pulses has decreased. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. Black gram can be cultivated as both kharif and rabi crop. Black gram (urad) is grown in both seasons in different agro-climatic regions of India. Verdict: Correct.

2. Green-gram alone accounts for nearly half of pulse production. Green gram (moong) does not contribute anywhere near half of India’s pulse output; gram/chana is the largest contributor. Verdict: Incorrect.

3. In the last three decades, while the production of kharif pulses has increased, the production of rabi pulses has decreased. Rabi pulses, especially gram, have not decreased over the long term; their production has generally increased. Verdict: Incorrect.

Therefore, only statement 1 is correct.