Geography: Manufacturing Industries

Topics in this chapter

• Manufacturing and Economic Development
• Industrial Classification and Location
• Agro-Based Industries
• Mineral-Based and Basic Industries
• Chemical, Automobile and Electronics Industries
• Industrial Sectors and Policies
• Industrialisation, Globalisation and Challenges
• Industrial Pollution and Control

Cheat sheet

Practice questions

1. Question 1Q-2ADBF4

   Why did the cotton textile industry become concentrated in Maharashtra and Gujarat during the early stages of industrialisation in India?

   1. A.These states had favourable climate, port facilities, market access and a supply of raw cotton.
   2. B.These states had the largest coal reserves in India.
   3. C.These states were the only regions where cotton could be cultivated.
   4. D.These states had no competition from other industries.
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2. Question 2Q-65F039

   Which statement best explains why the jute industry is concentrated mainly along the banks of the Hugli River in West Bengal?

   1. A.The region provides access to raw jute, water transport, port facilities, labour and nearby markets.
   2. B.The region has the highest production of iron ore in India.
   3. C.Jute mills require extremely dry conditions and cannot operate near rivers.
   4. D.The region is far away from both agricultural areas and international ports.
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3. Question 3Q-E9CE17

   Which development after economic reforms created both opportunities and greater competition for Indian industries?

   1. A.Liberalisation and globalisation, which increased foreign investment and access to international markets while exposing producers to global competition.
   2. B.Complete abolition of all private industries and replacement by state-owned factories.
   3. C.A ban on imported technology and foreign investment.
   4. D.The complete withdrawal of Indian industries from international trade.
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4. Question 4Q-97FAFE

   Explain why industries tend to cluster together in particular regions. Give two advantages of industrial agglomeration.

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5. Question 5Q-64F970

   How do manufacturing industries cause environmental degradation? Mention two measures that industries can adopt to reduce pollution.

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