UPSC CSE Prelims 2024
Statement:
India is the world’s largest producer of milk.
Conclusion-I:
India is the world’s largest exporter of milk.
Conclusion-II:
India does not import milk.
Which one of the following is correct?
Neither Conclusion-I nor Conclusion-II follows.
Conclusion-I: India is the world’s largest exporter of milk.
The statement establishes India as the world's largest producer of milk. However, production volume does not inherently dictate export volume. A country with significant domestic production may also have high internal consumption, which can limit its exportable surplus. Therefore, being the largest producer does not logically necessitate being the largest exporter.
Conclusion-II: India does not import milk.
The status of being the largest producer does not preclude a country from importing milk. Imports may occur to satisfy specific market demands, cater to specialized product requirements, or manage seasonal supply variations, even when overall domestic production is substantial. Thus, this conclusion cannot be inferred directly from the given statement.