ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the rank of India in fruit production?
A
1
B
4
C
2
D
5
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is 2. It ranks second in fruits and vegetable production in the world, after China.

Detailed explanation-2: -India is the second largest producer of the fruits and vegetables in the world after China. The country has diverse topography and climate, which ensures availability of fruits and vegetables in every season.

Detailed explanation-3: -main fruits grown in India are mango (35.4% of total area under fruits), citrus (15.6%) and banana (13.5%) followed by other fruits such as apple, guava, pomegranate, grape, jackfruit, pineapple, papaya, sapota, aonla and others. India ranks first in the production of banana, mango and papaya in the world (Table 4).

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