With reference to rice cultivation answer the following:

(a) Name a state that produces the largest quantity of rice.

(b) Mention any two geographical conditions necessary for its growth.

(c) Which is the best method for its cultivation?

(a) West Bengal.

(b) Two geographical conditions necessary for cultivation of rice are:

1. Rice grows best in warm and humid areas. The critical mean temperature for flowering and fertilisation ranges from 16°C to 20°C whereas during ripening, the range is from 18°C to 32°C.
2. Rice requires good rainfall in the range of 150 to 300 cm.

(c) Japanese method.