Question

India stands second in the world in jute production. 

a. What are the geographical factors for the cultivation of jute? 

b. Which is the major jute producing region in India? 

c. Jute products have high demand in international market. Why?

Answer 1

a. Hot and humid conditions are ideal for jute cultivation. High temperature and rainfall above 150 cm are essential for jute cultivation. Well drained alluvial soil is required. 

b. The Ganga - Brahmaputra delta region of West Bengal is the major jute producing region.

c. Due to low cost.