With reference to Sugarcane, consider the following statements: Sugarcane can grow in any soil which can retain moisture. India is the largest producer of Sugarcane in the world. 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:

Sugarcane is grown as a Kharif Crop. It needs a hot and humid climate with an average temperature of 21 °C to 27 °C and about 75-150 cm rainfall. Sugarcane is a water-intensive crop. It can grow in any soil which can retain moisture, however deep rich loamy soil is considered ideal for sugarcane.
India is the second-largest producer of sugarcane after Brazil. In India, the largest sugarcane producing state in India is Uttar Pradesh, followed by Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Bihar.

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