Q. Consider the following statements:
1.India stands 1st in the world in cotton production and cotton acreage.
2.Maharashtra is the largest producer of cotton in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: India stands 1st in the world in cotton production and cotton acreage.

  • Gujarat is the largest producer of cotton in India followed by Punjab and Maharashtra.
  • India is the 2nd largest consumer of cotton in the world.

Source: FORUMIAS

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