Andhra Pradesh - ‘rice bowl’ of the country

Q.  Which state is known as the ‘rice bowl’ of India?
- Published on 16 Nov 16

a. Assam
b. West Bengal
c. Andhra Pradesh (former)
d. Tamil Nadu

ANSWER: Andhra Pradesh (former)
 
  • Andhra Pradesh may have been known previously as the ‘rice bowl’ of the country.
  • Four important rivers of India, the Godavari, Krishna, Penna, and Thungabhadra, flow through the state and provide irrigation.
  • Rice is the major food crop and staple food of the state.
  • The state is also a largest producer of eggs in the country and hence, it is nicknamed as "Egg Bowl of Asia".

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