Correct option is B
Correct Answer: (b)
Explanation:
· The 3rd Global Potato Conclave was held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat in January 2020.
· It was organized by the Indian Potato Association (IPA) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)-Central Potato Research Institute, Shimla, and the International Potato Center (CIP), Lima, Peru.
Information Booster:
· Gujarat is one of the leading potato-producing states in India. * The conclave aimed to bring all stakeholders to a common platform to discuss issues and future plans for the potato sector. The previous two conclaves were held in 1999 and 2008.
Additional Knowledge:
· (a) Rajasthan: Known for crops like bajra, mustard, and spices.
· (c) Maharashtra: A major producer of onions (Lasalgaon) and fruits like grapes and pomegranates.
· (d) Madhya Pradesh: Famous for soybean and wheat production.