Economy & Industries — Set 13

Correct Answer: B. Tribal belt and Sardar Sarovar Dam proximity

Narmada district is a tribal-dominated area in Gujarat known for its Adivasi (tribal) population and proximity to the Sardar Sarovar Dam. The district was carved out of Bharuch district in 1990. Tribal communities here practice traditional cultivation of millets, paddy and vegetables. The Narmada river and its basin are culturally significant to the tribal people.

Correct Answer: B. Mundra

Mundra Port managed by Adani Ports is India's highest cargo-handling port surpassing Kandla in recent years. It handles containers, bulk cargo, LNG and crude oil. Mundra has a draft depth exceeding 16 metres enabling the largest vessels to dock. Its strategic location in Gujarat makes it a gateway for central, north and west India trade.

Correct Answer: B. Morbi district

Morbi in Gujarat is the ceramic tile manufacturing capital of India and one of the world's largest. It produces over 80% of India's ceramic tiles and sanitary ware. Morbi accounts for a substantial share of India's ceramic exports. The cluster has over 700 manufacturing units and employs hundreds of thousands of workers.

Correct Answer: B. Health insurance for poor families

Mukhyamantri Amrutum Yojana (MA Yojana) provides health insurance coverage to below-poverty-line and lower-middle-class families in Gujarat. It covers hospitalization, surgery and critical illness treatment. The MA Vatsalya scheme extended coverage to more families. India's Ayushman Bharat scheme was partly inspired by this Gujarat model.

Correct Answer: A. Ankleshwar

Ankleshwar GIDC industrial estate in Bharuch district is India's largest chemical zone producing maximum dyes and chemicals. It has over 2,000 chemical units. The zone produces agrochemicals, dye intermediates, specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Environmental challenges due to chemical effluents have also made Ankleshwar notable for pollution control efforts.

Correct Answer: A. Gulf of Kutch

Deendayal Port (formerly Kandla Port), renamed in 2017, is located in the Gulf of Kutch. It is a major India government port and handles bulk cargo including petroleum, fertilizers and food grains. Kandla was developed after partition as India lost Karachi port to Pakistan. It is one of India's 12 major ports.

Correct Answer: C. Both Sanand and Halol

Both Sanand (near Ahmedabad) and Halol (near Vadodara) are automobile manufacturing hubs in Gujarat. Sanand houses Tata Motors (formerly Nano plant), MG Motors and other auto companies. Halol formerly had General Motors and Ford plants. Gujarat's auto policy offering incentives has attracted major manufacturers to the state.

Correct Answer: C. 15-17%

Gujarat contributes approximately 15-17% of India's total industrial output making it one of the top 3 industrial states. The state has a diversified industrial base spanning chemicals, textiles, pharmaceuticals, engineering and food processing. Gujarat's per capita industrial output is among the highest in India. The state's power supply, infrastructure and governance reforms have driven this industrial growth.

Correct Answer: B. Kutch to Saurashtra over the Gulf of Kutch

The Dhola-Sadhu cable-stayed bridge (Sudarshan Setu) was inaugurated in February 2024 connecting Okha to Beyt Dwarka. Another recent connectivity project connects Kutch to Saurashtra. Gujarat has built several bridges over the Gulf of Kutch to reduce travel distances. These infrastructure projects boost trade and pilgrimage connectivity in Gujarat.

Correct Answer: B. GSFC

GSFC (Gujarat State Fertilizer and Chemicals Limited) is located in Vadodara and is a Gujarat government enterprise. It was established in 1962 and manufactures complex fertilizers, nylon-6 and other chemicals. GSFC is one of India's oldest fertilizer manufacturers. GNFC (Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers) at Bharuch is another Gujarat state company.