Social Science (087) — AI-generated practice question

In recent years, sugar mills have been shifting from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar to Maharashtra and other southern states due to the following reasons:

1. Higher sucrose content: Sugarcane grown in Maharashtra and southern states has a higher sucrose content, making it more suitable for sugar production.
2. Cooler climate: The cooler climate in these regions ensures a longer crushing season, increasing productivity.
3. Cooperative success: Cooperatives are more successful in these states, ensuring better management and raw material supply.

Source: Agro-based Industries, Chapter 6

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The answer must come directly from the textbook passage. Examiners expect three clear points: (i) higher sucrose content of cane, (ii) cooler climate → longer crushing season, and (iii) successful cooperatives. Avoid adding outside information — the passage provides exactly three reasons, which perfectly fits a 3-mark answer. Each point earns 1 mark.