alleryWhich of the following is the world's largest producer and consumer of pulses?
AIndia
BChina
CBrazil
DCanada
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. India
1. Pulses are a major protein source in vegetarian diets.
2. India is the largest producer as well as consumer of pulses in the world.
3. The other countries produce fewer pulses for domestic use.
_Source: NCERT Class 10 Contemporary India II, Ch 4 Agriculture, Cropping Pattern_
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