Q: (SSC/0)
question_subject:
Geography
question_exam:
SSC
stats:
0,3,7,4,3,3,0
keywords:
{'largest producer': [9, 1, 1, 3], 'lac': [1, 0, 0, 1], 'chhattisgarh': [0, 0, 1, 2], 'gujarat': [2, 0, 1, 1], 'jharkhand': [1, 0, 0, 4], 'india': [8, 1, 7, 13], 'west bengal': [1, 0, 0, 3]}
The correct answer is option 2, Jharkhand. Lac is a resinous substance that is produced by certain insects. In India, Jharkhand is the largest producer of Lac. Lac cultivation is a major economic activity in Jharkhand, with many people involved in the harvesting and processing of Lac resin. Lac production is mainly concentrated in the districts of Latehar, Gumla, and Simdega in Jharkhand. These districts have favorable climatic conditions and host various species of insects that produce Lac. The Lac resin is used in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food processing. It is also used in the production of shellac, which has applications in varnishes, paints, and other products.