Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (C) Punjab is the largest producer of wheat in India.

Explanation:

• The largest producer of wheat in India is Uttar Pradesh (UP), not Punjab.
• Punjab is one of the leading wheat-producing states, but UP surpasses it in total wheat production due to its larger area under cultivation.
• As per recent agricultural data, Uttar Pradesh contributes the highest wheat output in India, followed by Madhya Pradesh and Punjab.

Information Booster:

1. Largest Wheat Producer: Uttar Pradesh is the largest wheat-producing state, contributing around 30-32% of India's total wheat production.
2. Punjab and Wheat: Although Punjab has the highest wheat yield per hectare, it ranks third in total production after Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh.
3. Largest Sugarcane Producer: Uttar Pradesh is also the top producer of sugarcane, contributing nearly 40% of India's total sugarcane output.
4. Tea Production in Assam: Assam produces over 50% of India’s tea, making it the largest producer in the country.
5. Rubber Production in Kerala: Kerala contributes nearly 90% of India's total rubber production due to its suitable climate.
6. Wheat Belt of India: The major wheat-producing states include Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan.