Agriculture and allied products
Engineering goods
Textiles
Chemical and related product
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The correct answer is (b), Engineering goods.
Engineering goods are the largest export sector of India, accounting for 26.9% of total exports in 2020-21. The main items exported under this category are:
- Machinery and instruments
- Transport equipment
- Electrical machinery and equipment
- Iron and steel
- Gems and jewellery
The growth of engineering exports has been driven by a number of factors, including:
- Increasing demand from global markets
- Rising investment in the Indian manufacturing sector
- Government support for the export sector
The engineering goods sector is a major driver of economic growth in India. It provides employment to millions of people and contributes significantly to the country’s foreign exchange earnings.
The other options are incorrect because:
- Agriculture and allied products accounted for 14.2% of total exports in 2020-21.
- Textiles accounted for 12.1% of total exports in 2020-21.
- Chemical and related products accounted for 10.4% of total exports in 2020-21.