Correct option is B
The correct answer is (B) Second.
As of October 2022, India ranked second globally in terms of fish production. India is a significant player in the global fishery sector, producing a wide range of fish species for both domestic consumption and export.
The country's large coastal area and its growing aquaculture industry contribute to this high rank in global fish production.
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China holds the first position in global fish production, with India securing the second spot.
India’s fish production includes both capture fisheries (from the wild) and aquaculture (farming of fish), with states like West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu being major contributors.
The Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) plays a key role in promoting fish exports.
