Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) USA.
• In 2021-22, the USA was the largest importer of Jute from India, followed by countries such as France and Italy.
Information Booster:
• Ministry: Ministry of Textiles (Current Minister: Giriraj Singh)
• Major Jute Producers in India: West Bengal (70% of production), Assam, Bihar, and Odisha.
• Major Importers of Indian Jute: USA, UAE, China.
Jute Crop Details:
- Sowing Period: March-April.
- Harvesting Period: July-September.
- Temperature Range: 25°C to 35°C. • Uses of Jute: Bags, ropes, carpets, and eco-friendly packaging materials.