Correct option is A
Ans.(a) Yemen
Explanation:
The correct answer is Yemen. The Arabica variety of coffee was first brought to India from Yemen by Baba Budan in the 17th century. He smuggled seven coffee beans and planted them in the Chikmagalur region of Karnataka, which later became India’s coffee hub.
Information Booster:
● Arabica coffee is known for its mild flavor and high-quality beans.
● India mainly cultivates Arabica and Robusta varieties.
● Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu are major coffee-producing states.
● India ranks among the top coffee exporters, with Europe being a major market.
● The first coffee plantations in India were established during British rule.
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