According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare 2022-23, which state of India is the largest producer of sugarcane?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Uttar Pradesh.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare's Third Advance Estimates for the 2022–23 agricultural year, Uttar Pradesh was the largest producer of sugarcane in India, with an estimated production of approximately 2,252.2 lakh tonnes. This accounted for about 45% of the country's total sugarcane output, underscoring the state's pivotal role in India's sugar industry.