Which one of the following is called the ‘Sugar bowl’ of the world?

The correct answer is (c), Cuba.

Cuba is the world’s largest producer of sugar cane, accounting for about 20% of global production. The country has a long history of sugar production, dating back to the 16th century. Sugar cane is grown in most parts of Cuba, but the main producing areas are in the provinces of Camagüey, Las Tunas, and Holguín.

The sugar industry is a major contributor to the Cuban economy. It employs about 200,000 people and accounts for about 10% of the country’s GDP. Sugar is also Cuba’s main export, accounting for about 25% of total exports.

The sugar industry in Cuba has been facing challenges in recent years, due to falling prices and competition from other producers. However, the government has taken steps to support the industry, including providing subsidies and investing in research and development.

The other options are incorrect. India is the world’s second largest producer of sugar, after Brazil. Hawaii Island is a US state that is not a major producer of sugar. The Philippines is a Southeast Asian country that is a major producer of sugar, but it is not as large a producer as Cuba.