Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Manufacturing Industries

Question:
Which of the following is true about the sugarcane industry in India?
Options:
Sugarcane is a weight-losing crop. The ratio of sugar to sugarcane varies between 9 to 12 per cent depending on its variety.
Its sucrose content begins to dry during haulage after it has been harvested from the field.
Better recovery of sugar is dependent upon its being crushed within 24 hours of its harvesting.
All of the above.
Correct Answer:
All of the above.
Explanation:
Sugarcane is a weight-losing crop. The ratio of sugar to sugarcane varies between 9 to 12 per cent depending on its variety. Its sucrose content begins to dry during haulage after it has been harvested from the field. Better recovery of sugar is dependent upon its being crushed within 24 hours of its harvesting. Sugar factories hence, are located within the cane producing regions