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2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How many crores did Union Cabinet approves 2nd package for sugar industry?
A
5538
B
3800
C
4200
D
5800
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Maharashtra. Maharashtra ranks second in the list of largest sugarcane producing state in India. For 2021-22, the area reserved for sugarcane plantation was increased to 12.32 lakh hectares. Consequentially, the per hectare production of sugarcane is expected to be 97 tonnes.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh accounts for 38.6% of the total production in India.

Detailed explanation-3: -282.125/qtl for sugarcane in ensuing sugar season 2022-23 in place of Rs. 275.50/qtl in current sugar season 2021-22.

Detailed explanation-4: -India has surpassed Brazil to become both the world’s largest producer and consumer of sugar. During the marketing year 2021–2022, 35.8 million tonnes were produced in India. It is anticipated to reach 36.5 million tonnes in the marketing year 2022–2023.

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