ReasoningEasy1 mark
9(iii)
Give one reason to explain each of the following:
West Bengal is a leading producer of jute.
Topic: Jute cultivation
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Answer
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The hot, humid climate of the Ganga delta, plentiful water for retting and cheap labour make West Bengal ideal for growing and processing jute.
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