Correct option is B
The correct answer is (b) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation:
• Uttar Pradesh has historically been the leading milk producer in India, contributing significantly to the country's total milk production due to its large bovine population.
• The state ranks first in potato production in India, with favorable agro-climatic conditions for tuber crops.
• Uttar Pradesh is the largest producer of sugarcane in the country, often referred to as the 'sugar bowl' of India.
• Regarding paddy (rice) production, Uttar Pradesh generally holds the second position in India, while West Bengal traditionally holds the first position.
• Since statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct based on standard agricultural data, the matching code is 1, 2 and 3.
Information Booster:
• Uttar Pradesh also leads in the production of food grains (wheat) and mangoes in India.
• The state's agricultural economy is heavily supported by the fertile alluvial soil of the Indo-Gangetic plain.
Additional Knowledge:
Paddy Production (Statement 4):
• West Bengal is the top producer of rice/paddy in India.
• Uttar Pradesh is the second-largest producer.
• Punjab often holds the third position in terms of total volume.
So the correct answer is (b)
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