● Tea is an evergreen plant that mainly grows in tropical and subtropical climates . Hence, Statement 1 is NOT correct . ● Tea grows in a moderately hot and humid climate , which is preferred for better yield, crop distribution and quality. ◦ An ambient temperature within 13°C and 28-32°C is conducive for growth of tea. Hence, Statement 2 is correct . ◦ Temperature above 32°C is unfavourable for optimum photosynthesis. ◦ It is synergically disastrous for the crop if it is accompanied by low humidity. ● Tea cultivation is an example of plantation agriculture. ● Major tea producing states areAssam, hills of Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala . Hence, Statement 3 is correct . ● Apart from these, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Meghalaya, Andhra Pradesh and Tripura are also tea-producing states in the country.