This set of Fruits Processing Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQs) focuses on “Current Scenario of Fruit Production”.
1. What is the rank of India in fruit production?
a) 1st
b) 2nd
c) 3rd
d) 4th
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Explanation: India stands in 2nd position in the production of fruits and vegetable in the world. China stands in 1st position in the production of fruits and vegetable in the world. As per capita of National Horticulture Database during 2015-16, India produced nearly 169 million metric tons of vegetables and 90 million metric tons of fruits.
2. Which state is the largest producer of fruits in India?
a) Andhra Pradesh
b) Madhya Pradesh
c) Maharashtra
d) Tamil Nadu
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Explanation: Andhra Pradesh manufactured the highest volume of fruits in India. In 2020, it accounts for over 17 million metric tons. Maharashtra is in second with a production of over 11 million metric tons. Since India is the leading producer of fruits and vegetables, it had a huge export market.
3. Which state is the largest producer of mango in India?
a) Andhra Pradesh
b) Madhya Pradesh
c) Maharashtra
d) Uttar Pradesh
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Explanation: Uttar Pradesh ranks first in mango production. It has a share of 23.47 % and highest productivity. India is also a prominent exporter of fresh mangoes to the world. India occupies top position among mango growing countries of the world and produces 40.48% of the total world mango production.
4. Which state is the largest producer of grapes in India?
a) Andhra Pradesh
b) Madhya Pradesh
c) Maharashtra
d) Uttar Pradesh
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Explanation: Maharashtra is the largest producer of grapes in India. It is followed by Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Nashik grape is a variety of grape produced in Nashik district, which is known as the grape capital of India. Nashik contributes to more than half of the total grape export from the country.
5. Which state is the largest producer of orange in India?
a) Andhra Pradesh
b) Madhya Pradesh
c) Maharashtra
d) Uttar Pradesh
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Explanation: Maharashtra is the leading producer of orange. It produces nearly 40% of production and harvests nearly 6 tons a hectare. Madhya Pradesh positions second with production of 6.78 lakh tons. It is followed by Assam.
6. Which state banana is famous in India?
a) Andhra Pradesh
b) Tamil Nadu
c) Maharashtra
d) Uttar Pradesh
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Explanation: Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Gujarat are the highest banana producing Indian states. Bananas are the fifth major agricultural commodity in world trade after sugar, cereals, coffee and cocoa beans. Tamil Nadu has the largest area under banana cultivation. It is followed by Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka states.
7. Which fruit is most exported from India?
a) Apple
b) Orange
c) Grapes
d) Lemon
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Explanation: In terms of production and quality of apples, India is the top export worthy product. The countries importing apples with fastest-growing market for apples are Vietnam, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. India is one of the largest pomegranate producers in the world.
8. Which country is the largest producer of papaya?
a) India
b) China
c) Thailand
d) Sri Lanka
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Explanation: India is the largest producer of papaya. The vast production base offers India tremendous opportunities for export. India’s diverse climate ensures availability of all varieties of fresh fruits & vegetables.
9. Which country is the largest producer of fruits in the world?
a) India
b) China
c) Thailand
d) Sri Lanka
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Explanation: The country which produces the most fruits in the world, measured by quantity, is China. India is the second largest producer of fruits in the world. It is then followed by Brazil and United States. Most of the fruits are exported to Arab countries.
10. Maharashtra is the second largest fruit producing state.
a) True
b) False
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Explanation: The top spot in fruits producing state was retained by Andhra Pradesh (AP). It produces nearly 17.61 million metric tonnes. It was followed by Maharashtra with producing capacity of 10.82 million metric tonnes. It is then followed by Uttar Pradesh with 10.65 million metric tonnes.
11. Percentage of processing of fruits and vegetables is currently less than 3% in India.
a) True
b) False
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Explanation: To reduce wastage of fresh fruits and vegetables, and to add value to them, processes like canning, dehydration, pickling, provisional preservation and bottling are done. However, percentage of processing of fruits and vegetables is currently less than 3% as compared to countries like China (23%), the United States (65%) and Philippines (78%).
12. What is the citrus fruit production in India?
a) 14 million tonnes
b) 24 million tonnes
c) 34 million tonnes
d) 44 million tonnes
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Explanation: In 2019, citrus fruit production for India was 14 million tonnes. Citrus fruit production of India increased from 1.73 million tonnes in 1970 to 14 million tonnes in 2019. It is growing at an average annual rate of 5.24%.
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