Major Industries — Set 2
Geography · प्रमुख उद्योग · Questions 11–20 of 50
Which industry uses 'Bauxite' as its primary raw material?
Correct Answer: B. Aluminum
Bauxite is the primary ore used to produce aluminum. The aluminum industry is the second most important metallurgical industry in India. It is valued for being lightweight, resistant to corrosion, and a good conductor.
Which of the following states is the leading producer of sugar in India?
Correct Answer: B. Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is generally the leading producer of sugar in India due to vast sugarcane cultivation. The fertile plains of the Ganga provide ideal conditions for cane growth. Maharashtra follows closely as the other major producer.
Where is the headquarters of the 'Central Silk Board' located?
Correct Answer: D. Bengaluru
The headquarters of the Central Silk Board is located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Karnataka is the largest producer of silk in India, accounting for a significant share of total output. The board works to promote and develop the sericulture industry.
Which organization manages most of the public sector steel plants in India?
Correct Answer: C. SAIL
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) is the state-owned body that manages public sector steel plants. It operates integrated plants at Bhilai, Durgapur, Rourkela, Bokaro, and Burnpur. It is one of the largest steel producers in the world.
The first fertilizer plant in India was set up in 1906 at which place?
Correct Answer: C. Ranipet
The first fertilizer plant was established at Ranipet in Tamil Nadu in 1906. However, the industry saw massive growth after the setting up of the Sindri plant in Jharkhand. The industry is crucial for supporting India's agricultural productivity.
Which city is known as the 'Detroit of India' due to its automobile industry?
Correct Answer: D. Chennai
Chennai is called the Detroit of India because it is a major hub for automobile manufacturing and components. It accounts for a large percentage of India's vehicle exports. Many global car brands have their manufacturing bases here.
In which city was the first newsprint paper mill in India, NEPA, established?
Correct Answer: D. Nepanagar
National Newsprint and Paper Mills (NEPA) was established at Nepanagar in Madhya Pradesh. It was founded in 1947 and started production in 1956. It was the first indigenous newsprint manufacturing unit in the country.
Which industry is mainly concentrated along the banks of the Hugli river in West Bengal?
Correct Answer: B. Jute
The Jute industry is concentrated in a narrow belt along the Hugli river. The river provides abundant water for soaking and cleaning jute fibers. Excellent transport networks and proximity to the Kolkata port also support this concentration.
The 'Durgapur Steel Plant' was established with help from which country?
Correct Answer: D. United Kingdom
The Durgapur Steel Plant in West Bengal was set up with technical and financial assistance from the United Kingdom. It was established during the Second Five Year Plan period. It serves as an important industrial hub in eastern India.
Which city is referred to as the 'Tea City of India'?
Correct Answer: C. Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh in Assam is known as the Tea City of India because it is surrounded by vast tea estates. Assam is the world's largest tea-growing region by area. Tea is a major plantation industry that contributes significantly to India's exports.