Which state in India ranks second in both area and production of tea?

Correct Answer Tamil Nadu Key Points: Tamil Nadu ranks second in area and production of tea in India next to Assam . Tea plantations are found in the hills of the Nilgiris and Coimbatore . Coffee plants are grown in the hills of W estern Ghats as well as Eastern Ghats . It is also found in the hilly slopes of Dindigul, Madurai, Theni and Salem districts . Yercaud, Kolli Hills and Kodaikanal are notable for coffee plantations . Tamil Nadu stands second in area and production of coffee next to Karnataka .