Civil Services Prep

Prelims 2019 · Current Affairs · Question 97

Among the following, which one is the largest exporter of rice in the world in the last five years?

  1. China
  2. India
  3. Myanmar
  4. Vietnam

Answer

India

  • (a) China) China is a major producer and consumer of rice, but not the largest exporter in the last five years. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (b) India) India has been the world’s largest rice exporter for several recent years, exporting more than Thailand/Vietnam in most years. Verdict: Correct.
  • (c) Myanmar) Myanmar exports rice, but its export volume is far below India’s. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (d) Vietnam) Vietnam is a major rice exporter, but generally ranks below India in the last five years. Verdict: Incorrect.

Answer: (b) India.

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