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Question : Which of the following sets of countries are referred to as 'The Golden Crescent' the largest opium industry in the world ?

Option 1: Myanmar, Loas and Thailand

Option 2: Afghanistan, Iran and Iraq

Option 3: Afghanistan, Pakistan anf Iran

Option 4: Myanmar, Malaysia and Thailand


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Correct Answer: Afghanistan, Pakistan anf Iran


Solution : The correct option is Afghanistan, Pakistan anf Iran.

Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan are the nations known as 'The Golden Crescent' in the context of the world's largest opium business. These nations are notable for extensive opium poppy cultivation and the manufacture of illegal drugs, mainly heroin. The name is sometimes used to draw similarities with 'The Golden Triangle,' which encompasses Southeast Asian countries with similar drug-related problems.

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