UPPSC 2022 GS-I Indian Geography
Question

Which one of the following is correctly matched ?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Kerala – Rubber

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Kerala – Rubber”.

Top Producing States in India

Crop Top Producing State
Tea Assam
Jute West Bengal
Rubber Kerala
Wheat Uttar Pradesh

Here's an analysis of each option:

Gujarat – Tea: This is incorrect. Gujarat is not known for tea production; tea is primarily grown in states like Assam, West Bengal (particularly Darjeeling), and Tamil Nadu.

Uttar Pradesh – Jute: This is incorrect. Uttar Pradesh does not produce jute. Major jute-producing states in India are West Bengal, Bihar, and Assam.

Kerala – Rubber: This is correct. Kerala is the largest producer of natural rubber in India, with a climate suitable for rubber plantations.

Assam – Wheat: This is incorrect. Assam is not known for wheat production. Wheat is mainly grown in the northern states of India, such as Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Assam is better known for its tea production.

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