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Question : At the time of the Independence of India, the Industrial sector was confined to

Option 1: jute and fertilizers

Option 2: sugar and oil

Option 3: cotton textiles and jute

Option 4: cotton textiles and fertilizers


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Correct Answer: cotton textiles and jute


Solution : The correct option is cotton textiles and jute.

At the time of Independence, the cotton textiles and jute industries were prominent in India. These industries played a significant role in the country's economy, providing employment and contributing to the overall industrial landscape. During India's early industrialization, regions like Mumbai in Maharashtra and Kolkata in West Bengal were prominent for cotton textiles and jute industries, respectively. Mumbai emerged as a textile hub, while Kolkata became a major centre for jute processing and manufacturing.

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