Consider the following statements about turmeric during the year 2022–23:India is the largest produc

Question

Consider the following statements about turmeric during the year 2022–23:India is the largest producer and exporter of turmeric in the world.More than 30 varieties of turmeric are grown in India.Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu are major turmeric producing States in IndiaWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Statement I is correct: India is the largest producer, consumer and exporter of turmeric in the world. India has more than 62% share of world trade in turmeric. Statement II is correct: More than 30 varieties of Turmeric are grown in India and it is grown in over 20 states in the country. Statement III is correct: The largest producing states of Turmeric are Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.