Q. Consider the following statements regarding coffee in India:
1.India produces two major types of coffee: Arabica and Robusta, and Robusta commands a higher market value due to its mild aromatic flavour.
2.The Coffee Board of India is a statutory board functioning under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
3.The Coffee Board of India is headquartered in Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect – Arabica, not Robusta, has the higher market value due to its mild aromatic flavour.
- Statement 2 is incorrect – the Coffee Board functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, not Agriculture.
- Statement 3 is incorrect – the Coffee Board is headquartered in Bengaluru (Karnataka), not Araku Valley.
Source- TH
