Among the following, which one is the largest exporter of rice in the world in the last five years?

1. The question asks to identify the largest exporter of rice in the world during the approximate period 2014-2018 (the last five years leading up to the 2019 exam). 2. According to data from agricultural organizations like the FAO and USDA, India consistently held the position of the world's top rice exporter during this period, surpassing other major exporters like Thailand and Vietnam. 3. China is the world's largest producer and consumer of rice but not the largest exporter. 4. While Vietnam and Myanmar are significant rice exporters, their export volumes were generally lower than India's during those years. 5. Therefore, India was the largest exporter of rice globally in the specified timeframe.