In which of the following states is the highest production of rubber found?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Kerala
Explanation:
• Kerala is the largest producer of natural rubber in India, accounting for nearly 70-80% of the country's total production.
• The state provides the ideal agro-climatic conditions: high rainfall, high humidity, and temperatures between 25°C to 35°C.
• Most rubber in Kerala is grown by smallholders rather than large estates.
• Kottayam district in Kerala is often referred to as the "Land of Letters, Latex, and Lakes" due to its rubber production.
• Rubber is an equatorial crop, but under special conditions, it is also grown in tropical and sub-tropical areas.
Information Booster:
• The Rubber Board of India is headquartered in Kottayam, Kerala.
• India is one of the top natural rubber producers globally, following countries like Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam.
Additional Knowledge:
Mizoram (Option a)
• While rubber cultivation is being promoted in North-East India (Non-traditional regions), Mizoram's production is very small compared to Kerala.
Assam (Option c)
• Assam is a significant producer in the North-East region but ranks far below Kerala in total volume.
Karnataka (Option d)
• Karnataka is the second-largest producer of rubber in India, with plantations mainly in the Western Ghats region (e.g., Kodagu, Dakshina Kannada).