The correct answer is (c), rice.
Rice is the most valuable item in the agricultural export of India. In 2020-21, India exported rice worth $23.3 billion, accounting for 22% of the country’s total agricultural exports. India is the world’s second-largest producer of rice, after China. The main rice-producing states in India are Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh.
Oil cakes are a type of animal feed made from the oil-bearing parts of plants, such as soybeans, cottonseeds, and sunflower seeds. They are a good source of protein and energy for livestock. In 2020-21, India exported oil cakes worth $12.4 billion, accounting for 12% of the country’s total agricultural exports.
Raw cotton is a natural fiber that is used to make textiles. India is the world’s second-largest producer of raw cotton, after China. In 2020-21, India exported raw cotton worth $10.6 billion, accounting for 10% of the country’s total agricultural exports.
Spices are a type of flavoring that is used in cooking. They are made from the dried parts of plants, such as cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spices are used to add flavor to food and to preserve it. In 2020-21, India exported spices worth $8.2 billion, accounting for 8% of the country’s total agricultural exports.