ECONOMICS
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Question
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Among the following which Indian state produces the largest quantity of pulses?
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Maharashtra
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Uttar Pradesh
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Madhya Pradesh
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Rajasthan
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Ans. As per 2021-22 data, Rajasthan is the leading producer of pulses in India, with an annual production of 4364.74 tonnes.
Detailed explanation-2: -Historically, Madhya Pradesh has been the major pulse producing state in the country. It ranked first both in terms of area and production of pulses in India.
Detailed explanation-3: -About a dozen different pulse crops are grown in Madhya Pradesh. However, pigeonpea in kharif and chickpea(bengalgram) in rabi are the most important ones, followed by blackgram(uradbean) in kharif and lentil in rabi.
Detailed explanation-4: -Madhya Pradesh is India’s largest pulse producing state, which accounts for 23% of total pulse production in the country.
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