Consider the following statements regarding “rice production”: 1. India is the largest producer in the world. 2. Andhra Pradesh is the largest producing state in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation: Globally, the top riceproducing country is China, followed by India.

As per Second Advance Estimates, the estimated production of Rice for 2022- 23 is 1308.37 Lakh Tonnes.
West Bengal is the largest rice producer in India.

Source: FORUMIAS