The correct answer is (a) India.
India is the world’s largest producer of wheat, accounting for 19% of global production in 2012. China is the second largest producer, accounting for 17% of global production. France is the third largest producer, accounting for 12% of global production. The United States is the fourth largest producer, accounting for 11% of global production.
India’s wheat production has increased significantly in recent years. In 2000, India produced 72 million metric tons of wheat. In 2012, India produced 96 million metric tons of wheat. This increase in production is due to a number of factors, including:
- Increased irrigation: India has increased the amount of land that is irrigated, which has allowed farmers to grow more wheat.
- Improved seed varieties: Indian farmers have adopted improved seed varieties that are more productive.
- Increased use of fertilizer: Indian farmers have increased the amount of fertilizer they use, which has also helped to increase wheat production.
India’s wheat production is expected to continue to increase in the coming years. The government of India has set a target of producing 120 million metric tons of wheat by 2020. This target is achievable, given the current trends in wheat production in India.