The correct answer is: a) Cotton.
Andhra Pradesh is the leading producer of cotton in India. It accounts for about 25% of the country’s cotton production. The state has a favorable climate for cotton cultivation, with long hot summers and moderate winters. The soil in Andhra Pradesh is also well-suited for cotton cultivation.
Cotton is a major cash crop in Andhra Pradesh. It provides employment to millions of people in the state. The cotton industry is also a major contributor to the state’s economy.
The other options are incorrect for the following reasons:
- b) Sugarcane: Uttar Pradesh is the leading producer of sugarcane in India.
- c) Spices: Gujarat is the leading producer of spices in India.
- d) Tea: Assam is the leading producer of tea in India.
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