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Consider the following statements regarding the fisheries of India : 1. India is the third-largest fish-producing and the second largest aquaculture-producing nation in the world. 2. Fisheries is considered a 'Sunrise Sector'. 3. India is the largest shrimp producer in the world. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: According to the Department of Fisheries (Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying) and the Economic Survey, India is the world's third-largest fish producer and the second-largest aquaculture producer. While some recent 2024-25 reports suggest India has moved to the second spot in total production, the "3rd and 2nd" ranking remains the standard factual position in official records and competitive exams.
Statement 2 is correct: The fisheries sector is officially recognized as a 'Sunrise Sector' by the Government of India. It has shown an average annual growth rate of about 10.87% since 2014-15 and contributes significantly to the GVA of the agriculture sector.
Statement 3 is incorrect: India is the second-largest shrimp producer in the world, after Ecuador. Although India is a leading exporter of frozen shrimp (especially to the US), Ecuador currently leads in global production volume.