Question

Which country is known as the 'Sugar Bowl of the World'?
1. Cuba
2. India
3. Brazil
4. U. S. A

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Cuba

The Correct Answer is Cuba.

• The sugar bowl of the world' is referred to as Cuba. It has the world's largest sugar industry, which is now in decline, and Brazil has taken its place.
• It is a Caribbean island with a population of around 200,000 people.
• The Cuban sugar economy is the country's most important agricultural sector.
• Cuba was the world's largest sugar exporter until 1960, earning it the nickname "Sugar Bowl of the World."
• However, in the 2017-2018 year, Brazil took the lead in sugar production, with a total of 38.9 million metric tonnes. 

• The state of Uttar Pradesh is known as India's "sugar bowl."
• Uttar Pradesh ranks first in sugar cane production and is the most important wheat-growing state.
• Sugar mills abound in the state's major cities, including Bareilly, Meerut, Saharanpur, Sitapur, and Buland Shahar.
• In India, sugarcane is a critical crop. Sugarcane is used to make a variety of other things, including sugar and jaggery.
• As of 2013-14, it accounted for about 38.61 per cent of total sugarcane production. In terms of sugarcane production, India ranks second in the world.

• Cuba:
  • Capital: Havana
  • Official languages: Spanish
  • Currency: Cuban peso