Question

Which crops in Kerala are most sensitive to fluctuations in the global economy

• A. Rubber and spices
• B. Cotton and jute
• C. Ragi and coconut
• D. Sugarcane and tobaco

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Rubber and spices

• Rubber and spices: Most sensitive. Kerala is India's largest producer of natural rubber (over 90%) and a major hub for spices like pepper and cardamom.

• Their dependence on the global market makes them highly volatile.