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India accounts for what percent of world's total wheat production?

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10%
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12%
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14%
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15%
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Solution

The correct option is B 12%

Wheat is the second most important food crop in India, both in area and production. About 14% of the total cropped area in the country is used for wheat cultivation. India accounts for about 12% of the total wheat production in the world. The progress in wheat cultivation since 1967-68 has made India self-sufficient in food grains. It forms the staple food for people in northern and north-western parts of the country.

Above information clears correct answer is India accounts for 12 per cent of the world's total wheat production. So the correct option is B.


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