This question tests specific knowledge about agricultural production statistics for a particular year. Statements A, B, and D are generally consistent with the overall trends in Indian horticulture during 2016-17, which saw increased area and production, and the listed states being major tomato producers. Statement C makes a specific comparative claim about growth rates which was not accurate based on the actual data for that year.
Which one of the following statements about various horticulture crops of India for the year 2016-17 is not correct?
Asked in UPSC CDS 2 2017 · Topic: Agriculture and Allied Sectors (Agricultural Diversification and Horticulture Development)
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Answer: C. Rate of increase in onion production is more than potato production in the current year in comparison to the previous year.
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