Which of the following statements regarding coconut production in Laks

Which of the following statements regarding coconut production in Lakshadweep is/are correct?

1. Productivity per hectare is highest in India.
2. Oil content in nuts is highest in the world.

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1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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UPSC CDS-1 – 2024

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The question asks about the correctness of statements regarding coconut production in Lakshadweep.

Statement 1: Lakshadweep is well-known for achieving very high productivity per hectare in coconut cultivation due to favorable climate, soil conditions, and intensive cultivation practices, often cited as among the highest in India. Statement 2: While Lakshadweep coconuts are of good quality, the claim that their oil content is the highest *in the world* is an extremely strong and likely incorrect statement, as oil content varies widely depending on coconut variety, maturity, and processing methods globally.

Coconut is the primary crop and the backbone of the economy of Lakshadweep. The local variety ‘Laccadive Ordinary’ is popular. While productivity is high, claiming the highest oil content globally requires evidence that is not generally available and is likely untrue given the diversity of coconut varieties worldwide.

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