A large portion of Assam’s industries fall under the category of:

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
Large-scale public sector units
Multinational corporations
Organized manufacturing sector

The correct answer is: a) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

MSMEs are defined as enterprises with investment in plant and machinery up to Rs. 10 crore for manufacturing enterprises, Rs. 5 crore for service enterprises and Rs. 2 crore for trading enterprises.

Assam has a large number of MSMEs, which account for a significant share of the state’s economy. MSMEs play an important role in the state’s industrial development, as they provide employment to a large number of people and contribute to the state’s exports.

The state government has taken a number of initiatives to promote MSMEs, such as providing financial assistance, training and marketing support. These initiatives have helped to improve the competitiveness of MSMEs and have contributed to the growth of the state’s economy.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • Large-scale public sector units are not a major part of Assam’s economy.
  • Multinational corporations have a limited presence in Assam.
  • The organized manufacturing sector is not a major part of Assam’s economy.