Industrial Sector

51. Consider the following statements relating to Coal India Limited :

Consider the following statements relating to Coal India Limited :

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  • 1. It is designated as a ‘Maha Ratna’ company under the Ministry of Coal.
  • 2. It is the single largest coal-producing company in the world.
  • 3. The Headquarters of Coal India Limited is located at Ranchi, Jharkhand.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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The correct answer is A) 1 only.
Statement 1 is correct as Coal India Limited (CIL) is a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking under the administrative control of the Ministry of Coal.
Statement 3 is incorrect because the Headquarters of Coal India Limited is located in Kolkata, West Bengal, not Ranchi, Jharkhand. Statement 2, claiming CIL is the single largest coal-producing company in the world, is a strong claim which may not always be accurate compared to other global players like China Energy Investment Corporation, making it potentially incorrect or debatable depending on the metric and time frame. Therefore, only statement 1 is certainly correct.

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52. Growth in production (in percent) of which one of the following core i

Growth in production (in percent) of which one of the following core industries in India during the period 2015-2016 was negative?

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Natural gas
Refinery products
Fertilizer
Coal
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UPSC CDS-1 – 2018
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To answer this question, we need to check the growth rates of the production of the specified core industries during the financial year 2015-2016. Data from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry shows that the growth rates for the Eight Core Industries during 2015-16 were as follows: Coal (+4.8%), Crude Oil (-1.4%), Natural Gas (-0.7%), Refinery Products (+7.9%), Fertilizers (+8.4%), Steel (+0.5%), Cement (+4.6%), Electricity (+5.7%).
Among the options provided, only Natural Gas showed negative growth in production during 2015-2016. Crude Oil also had negative growth, but it is not among the options.
– The question requires recalling or accessing specific economic data for a particular period.
– Core industries’ growth is a key economic indicator.
– Production growth can be positive, negative, or zero depending on various factors.
The Eight Core Industries comprise about 40.27% of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). Understanding the performance of these industries provides insights into the overall health of the industrial sector and the economy. The data for core industries is regularly released by the Office of the Economic Adviser, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).

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53. In the year 2016, the Government of India announced a ₹ 6,000 crore sp

In the year 2016, the Government of India announced a ₹ 6,000 crore special package for the textile and apparel sector to

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  • 1. create one crore jobs within three years
  • 2. create jobs equally for men and women
  • 3. provide tax and production incentives for the entrepreneurs

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1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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The correct answer is D) 1, 2 and 3. The special package for the textile and apparel sector announced by the Government of India in 2016 had multiple objectives, all of which are accurately reflected in the statements.
– The package aimed to create 1 crore jobs within three years, especially focusing on boosting employment for women.
– It sought to achieve this through various labour-friendly measures and incentives.
– The package provided financial and production incentives, including employer’s contribution to EPF, enhanced duty drawback, and tax benefits, to encourage investment and production in the sector.
The ₹ 6,000 crore package included several components like a new scheme for refund of state levies, rationalized labour laws, enhanced scope of drawback scheme, and government bearing the employer’s contribution of EPF for new employees for the first three years. The focus on job creation, particularly for women who form a significant part of the textile workforce, and providing tax/production incentives were central to the package’s strategy.

54. The synthetic rubber has replaced natural rubber for domestic and indu

The synthetic rubber has replaced natural rubber for domestic and industrial purposes. Which one of the following is the main reason behind that ?

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Natural rubber is unable to meet the growing demand of different industries
Natural rubber is grown in tropical countries only
Raw material for synthetic rubber is easily available
Natural rubber is not durable
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The main reason synthetic rubber has largely replaced natural rubber for many purposes is the inability of natural rubber production to keep pace with the ever-increasing global demand, especially from large industries like the automotive sector. Synthetic rubber can be manufactured on a massive industrial scale, offering a more consistent supply and allowing for the tailoring of properties for specific applications.
Increasing demand and limited supply of natural rubber are key drivers for the dominance of synthetic rubber.
Natural rubber is derived from the latex of the rubber tree, requiring specific climate conditions (tropical) and time for tree growth. Synthetic rubber is produced from petroleum-based chemicals, offering greater control over production volume and material properties.

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55. Which of the following statements regarding chemical industry in India

Which of the following statements regarding chemical industry in India is / are correct ?

  • 1. Chemical industry is one of the oldest industries in India
  • 2. Dyestuff sector is one of the important segments of chemical industry
  • 3. Textile industry accounts for the largest consumption of dyestuffs

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1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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All three statements are correct.
The chemical industry in India has ancient roots and has grown significantly over time, making it one of the oldest and most diversified industries. The dyestuff sector is a crucial and well-developed segment, contributing substantially to the industry’s output and exports. The textile industry is a major consumer of dyestuffs for colouring fabrics and fibers.
India is a major global producer and exporter of dyes and dye intermediates. The chemical industry in India contributes significantly to the GDP and provides raw materials for various other industries like textiles, paper, fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, etc.

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