Q. Consider the following statements about Jute Production in India:
  1. India is the world's largest producer of raw jute and jute goods 
  2. West Bengal is the largest producer of Jute in the country
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Answer: Both 1 & 2
Notes: The leading world’s jute producing countries are India, Bangladesh, China and Thailand. India is the world's largest producer of raw jute and jute goods, contributing to over 50 percent and 40 percent respectively of global production. West Bengal alone accounts for over 50 percent raw jute production.
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