Which state is known as 'Rice Bowl of India'?
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Uttarakhand
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Tamil Nadu
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Kerela
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Andhra Pradesh
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Correct answer
Explanation
Andhra Pradesh has been traditionally called the 'Rice Bowl of India' due to its extensive rice production and fertile river deltas formed by the Godavari and Krishna rivers. The state has historically been one of the largest rice-producing regions in India, with the Krishna-Godavari delta being particularly suitable for paddy cultivation.