With reference to the coffee cultivation in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is a tropical plantation crop. 2. India mostly grows superior quality coffee of arabica. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |ForumIAS

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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Coffee is a tropical plantation crop. Its seeds are roasted, ground and are used for preparing a beverage.

There are three varieties of coffee i.e. arabica, robusta and liberica.
India mostly grows superior quality coffee, arabica, which is in great demand in international market.

Source: NCERT – XII India People and Economy