1.
Which was the first Union Territory in India to be declared 100% organic by the Ministry of Agriculture in 2020?
A
Ladakh
B
Puducherry
C
Lakshadweep
D
Chandigarh
Answer and explanation
Correct Answer: C — Lakshadweep
Lakshadweep was declared India's first 100% organic Union Territory in 2020 by the Ministry of Agriculture. The entire 32 sq km land area was certified under the Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana and Participatory Guarantee System (PGS). It is second overall after Sikkim, which became India's first 100% organic state in 2016.
