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Table: Production of Rice in the Province of Bengal.
Year
Production (Lakh tonnes)
Imports (Lakh tonnes)
Exports (Lakh tonnes)
Total Availability (Lakh tonnes)
1938
1939
1940
1941
1942
1943
85
79
82
68
93
76
–
04
03
02
01
83
70
92
Source : Sen, A.K. 1981 Page 61,
1. Some people say that the Bengal famine happened because there was shortage of rice. Study the table and find out whether you agree with the statement?
2. Which year shows a drastic decline in food availability?