Social Science (087) — AI-generated practice question

Sugar mills have shifted towards Maharashtra and other southern/western states because:

1. Higher sucrose content — The sugarcane grown in Maharashtra and southern states has a higher sucrose content, making sugar extraction more efficient.
2. Longer crushing season — The cooler climate in these regions ensures a longer crushing season, increasing productivity. Additionally, cooperatives are more successful here.

Source: Sugar Industry, Chapter 6

The passage directly states all three reasons for this shift. For a 2-mark question, examiners expect exactly two clear, distinct points. Write each as a labelled point. The key terms to include are "higher sucrose content" and "longer crushing season" — these are the textbook phrases examiners look for. The success of cooperatives can be added as a bonus but isn't strictly needed for full marks.