Q. Identify the correct sequence in ascending order of the volume of production of various silk varieties in India?
1. Mulberry
2. Eri
3. Tasar
4. Muga
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

[A] 1-2-3-4

[B] 3-4-2-1

[C] 2-3-1-4

[D] 3-2-4-1

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: Silk Varieties 

  • Ascending order is: Tasar- Muga- Eri- Mulberry
  • The production output of Indian Silk Industry in India is 17,300 tons of silk and country produces 4 types of silk i.e. Mulburry , Muga , Tassore and Eri.
  • About 80% of the silk produced in the country is of mulberry silk.
  • Eri is grown in Assam and the adjacent north-eastern states, Bihar, West Bengal and Odisha.
  • Muga is unique in having a golden sheen and is a prized possession of India. Muga is largely restricted to Assam and other north-eastern states and recently spread to West Bengal.

Source: NCERT Class 12

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