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UPSC 2025: Consider the following statements about turmeric during the year 2022-23: I. India is the largest producer and exporter of turmeric in the world. II. More than 30 varieties of turmeric are grown in India. III. Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu are major turmeric-producing States in India. Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)I and II only
(b)II and III only
(c)I and III only
(d)I, II and III
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (d) I, II and III
India dominates the world turmeric market—producing about 70 % of global output and accounting for over 60 % of global trade. More than 30 recognised varieties are cultivated across 20+ States. The leading producing States include Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu (along with others such as Andhra Pradesh and Odisha). Hence all three statements are correct. ([visionias.in](https://visionias.in/current-affairs/news-today/2025-01-15/economics-%28indian-economy%29/union-minister-for-commerce-and-industry-launches-national-turmeric-board?utm_source=openai))
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