CDS 2024 · PYQ · Indian Geography / Agriculture · medium
Which of the following statements regarding coconut production in Lakshadweep is/are correct?
1. Productivity per hectare is highest in India.
2. Oil content in nuts is highest in the world.
A.1 only
B.2 only
C.Both 1 and 2✓ Correct
D.Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Lakshadweep records the highest per-hectare productivity of coconut in India, owing to its favourable climate, sandy soils and intensive cultivation on the small islands. Additionally, the coconuts grown in Lakshadweep are known to have the highest oil content (about 72%) in the world, making them particularly valuable for copra and coconut oil production. Both statements are correct.
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