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UPPSC 2000 GS-I World Geography
Question

Which of the following statements are correct?

1. China is the largest producer of Tobacco in the world
2. India is the largest producer of Jawar in the world
3. Brazil is the largest producer of Soyabean in the world
4. Italy is the largest producer of raw silk in the world

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Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: 1 and 3

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “1 and 3”.
1) China is the world's largest producer of tobacco.

2) The United States is the largest producer of sorghum, also known as jowar in India, in the world.

3) Brazil is the world's largest producer of soybeans, accounting for 35% of global production in 2022.

4) China's silk production accounts for 75% of global raw silk production and 90% of the world export market.

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