Which of the following states is the leading producer of jute products in the country?

Madhya Pradesh

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Andhra Pradesh

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West Bengal

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Uttar Pradesh

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Solution

The correct option is C West Bengal
Jute which is also called as golden fibre is produced mostly in Bangladesh and in West Bengal in India. Jute in West Bengal is grown along the Hooghly river belt due to its fertile soils.
After independence during partition major hectarage of jute went into Bangla Desh but most of the industries are located on the banks of Hooghly River.

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