Geography Indian Geography

Q. Which of the following factors are responsible for the rapid growth of sugar production in south India as compared to north India? I. Higher per acre field of sugarcane II. Higher sucrose content of sugarcane III. Lower labour cost IV. Longer crushing period

A
I, III and IV
B
I and II
C
I, II and III
D
I, II and IV

Correct Answer

I, II and IV

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