INDIAN GEOGRAPHY

AGRICULTURE

AGRICULTURE AND ITS TYPES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which crop is called the ‘GOLDEN FIBRE’?
A
Jute
B
Coffee
C
Cotton
D
Rubber
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Jute is also known as golden fibre mainly because of its colour. It is a cash crop and can be very profitable for the economy as its export can bring in a lot of money into the economy. It is the second most important natural fibre after cotton and at present its demand has risen in India and also all around the world.

Detailed explanation-2: -Jute was also known as the ‘Golden Fibre’. It grows well on alluvial soil and requires high temperature, heavy rainfall, and humid climate. This crop is grown in the tropical areas. India and Bangladesh are the leading producers of jute.

Detailed explanation-3: -The golden fibre is referred to as jute. Due to its shiny brown colour, it has earned the nickname “golden fibre.” All consumers can afford fibre, which is 100 per cent biodegradable. It also fits into the definition of an economic plant.

Detailed explanation-4: -Jute is an important natural fibre crop in India next to cotton. In trade and industry, jute and mesta crop together known as raw jute as their uses are almost same. Raw jute plays an important role in the country’s economy. Raw jute was originally considered as a source of raw material for packaging industries only.

Detailed explanation-5: -Jute is considered as the golden fiber. It is so called because of its shiny brown colour. It is most affordable natural fiber and is 100% biodegradable. It is made of cellulose and lignin plant material.

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