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Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Narendra Singh Tomar . Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Narendra Singh Tomar released the book ‘Spices Statistics at a Glance 2021’on 21 December 2021. The book is published by the Directorate of Arecanut and Spices Development (DASD), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

Detailed explanation-2: -Union Agriculture Minister, Shri Narendra Singh Tomar releases the book “Spices Statistics at a Glance 2021”

Detailed explanation-3: -Among the major spices, Cumin (14.8%), Garlic (14.7%), Ginger (7.5%), Fennel (6.8%), Coriander (6.2%), fenugreek (5.8%), Red chilli (4.2%) and Turmeric (1.3 %), show significant growth rate in production.

Detailed explanation-4: -Which state is known as the land of spices? Kerala is known as the land of spices. The different varieties of spices grown in Kerala are pepper, clove, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, star anise, ginger, turmeric, cambodge, and tamarind.

Detailed explanation-5: -India is the world’s largest spice producer. It is also the largest consumer and exporter of spices. The production of different spices has been growing rapidly over the last few years. Production in 2021-22 stood at 10.88 million tonnes.