Which of the following statements are correct ? Assam produces nearly 80% of jute in India. Jute grows well on loamy soil. Hot and humid conditions are ideal for growing jute. Jute is commonly cultivated with wheat in rotation. Select the correct answer using the code given below: Options: A . &nbsp1, 2 and 3 B . &nbsp2 and 3 only C . &nbsp2, 3 and 4 D . &nbsp1 and 4 only

Which of the following statements are correct? Assam produces nearly 80% of j

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Which of the following statements are correct?

Assam produces nearly 80% of jute in India.

Jute grows well on loamy soil.

Hot and humid conditions are ideal for growing jute.

Jute is commonly cultivated with wheat in rotation.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Options:

A . 1, 2 and 3

B . 2 and 3 only

C . 2, 3 and 4

D . 1 and 4 only

Answer: Option B
Answer: (b)
In India, Jute (corchorus spp) is produced in West Bengal (Ist rank}, Bihar and Assam mainly. Jute grows well in loamy soils under hot and humid conditions-as ideal climatic condition.
Generally, Maize/Moong/Urd (spring season)- Jute-Rice crop rotation is followed, while Jute rice-wheat rotation is followed on less amount.

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