Q. Consider the following statements:
- Statement-I: India is one of the world's largest producers of coffee and tea.
- Statement-II: Uganda is known for its high-quality coffee, particularly Arabica and Robusta varieties.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Answer:
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
Notes: Statement-I:
- India is a major global producer of both coffee and tea.
- India ranks among the top producers of tea, alongside China and Sri Lanka.
- For coffee, India is among the top 10 producers, primarily growing Arabica and Robusta varieties, with Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu being the key regions.
Statement-II:
- Uganda is a significant coffee producer in Africa and is one of the largest exporters of coffee on the continent.
- It is particularly known for producing both Arabica and Robusta coffee varieties.
- Robusta coffee, native to Uganda, is widely cultivated, while Arabica coffee is grown in regions such as Mount Elgon and the Rwenzori Mountains.