Question

Q74. Consider the following statements about silk:

1. Muga variety accounts for maximum production of silk in India.

2. India’s Silk Industry is world’s second largest after China.

3. Central Silk Board is a statutory body, under the administrative control of the Ministry of Textiles.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. (a) Only 1 and 3
• B. (b) Only 1 and 2
• C. (c) Only 2 and 3
• D. (d) All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

(c) Only 2 and 3

India produces four varieties of silk produced, viz. Mulberry, Eri, Tasar and Muga. Sericulture provides gainful occupation to around 63 Lakh persons in rural and semi-urban areas in India. Around 80% of the silk production accounts for Mulberry variety of silk.