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  1. Which states is the biggest producer of cashewnut?

    2. A.

     Tamil Nadu
    B.

     Assam
    C.

     Kerala
    D.

     Punjab

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    Answer : Option A

    Explanation :

    Tamil Nadu is the biggest producer of cashewnut. Cashew plantations of Cuddalore district has been considered to be the key source of clonal gardens for VRI 3 cashew graft production in Tamil Nadu and Panruti cashews have unique demand in the world market for its nut quality. The average share of cashew to total area was the highest in Tamil Nadu (77%) and better demand for raw cashew nut was the most important factor that favoured cashew cultivation in Tamil Nadu (Venkattakumar, 2009).

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