What is the Indian name for bajra?
                                
                                
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                                Bajra, or pearl millet, is a traditional Hindi name for the ancient grain scientifically known as Pennisetum glaucum. Cultivated since prehistoric times, it is a staple crop in India and Africa, known for its resilience to dry, hot climates.