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Which Indian state is the leading producer of raw silk (mulberry, tasar, eri, and muga combined)?

A. West Bengal
B. Karnataka✓ Correct Answer
C. Assam
D. Tamil Nadu

💡 Solution & Explanation

Karnataka remains the largest producer of raw silk in India, contributing a major share of the country's total mulberry silk output through traditional sericulture hubs. Other states like Assam and West Bengal specialize in specific varieties like muga and eri silk but trail in overall combined production volume. Economic geography questions frequently require accurate identification of leading state agricultural outputs.

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