India became the highest milk producer in the world

Current Context: The report highlighting India as the highest milk producer is titled "Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics (BAHS) 2024".

• It was released on March 25, 2025, by Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, under the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
• The report provides detailed insights into India's livestock and dairy sector, including:
• India's annual milk production of 239 million metric tons (MMT), contributing 24% of global milk production.
• A target to achieve 300 MMT in the next five years.
• The role of initiatives like the Rashtriya Gokul Mission in boosting milk production and conserving indigenous breeds.
• Employment statistics, noting that 10 crore people, with 75% being women, are engaged in milk production.

Question:

Q.1 What percentage of global milk production does India contribute, as per "Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics (BAHS) 2024"?
a) 18%
b) 21%
c) 24%
d) 30%

Answer: c) India contributes 24% of global milk production, reinforcing its position as the world's largest milk producer.