Milk Production Growth in India

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Milk production in India has increased by about how many times between 1951-2021?

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Milk production in India has increased by about how many times between 1951-2021?

  1. Five times
  2. Eight times
  3. Twelve times ✓ Correct
  4. Twenty times
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

Milk production in the country has increased by about twelve times between 1951-2021.

Key Points:
  • This impressive growth is attributed to Operation Flood.
  • Farmers pool milk according to different grading (quality).
  • Milk is processed and marketed to urban centres through cooperatives.
  • Major milk producing states: Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, UP, AP, Maharashtra, Punjab, Rajasthan.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A, B, D: The correct figure is approximately twelve times.

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