{"id":74651,"date":"2024-04-20T12:04:54","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:04:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=74651"},"modified":"2024-04-20T12:04:54","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:04:54","slug":"besides-agriculture-sikkims-economy-also-relies-on","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/besides-agriculture-sikkims-economy-also-relies-on\/","title":{"rendered":"Besides agriculture, Sikkim&#8217;s economy also relies on:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Hydropower generation&#8221; option2=&#8221;Small-scale industries&#8221; option3=&#8221;Pharmaceuticals&#8221; option4=&#8221;All of the above&#8221; correct=&#8221;option4&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: <strong>d) All of the above<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sikkim is a small state in the eastern Himalayas, India. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful scenery, including mountains, forests, and lakes. The state also has a rich cultural heritage.<\/p>\n<p>Agriculture is the main economic activity in Sikkim, accounting for about 40% of the state&#8217;s GDP. The main crops grown are rice, maize, wheat, and potatoes. Sikkim is also a major producer of tea and cardamom.<\/p>\n<p>In recent years, the state has been trying to diversify its economy and reduce its reliance on agriculture. Hydropower generation, small-scale industries, and pharmaceuticals are all growing sectors of the economy.<\/p>\n<p>Hydropower generation is a major source of electricity in Sikkim. The state has a number of hydroelectric dams, which generate electricity for both domestic use and export.<\/p>\n<p>Small-scale industries are also important to the Sikkimese economy. These industries include food processing, textiles, and handicrafts.<\/p>\n<p>Pharmaceuticals is a relatively new industry in Sikkim, but it is growing rapidly. The state has a number of pharmaceutical companies, which produce a variety of drugs.<\/p>\n<p>The state government is working to promote these industries and attract investment. The goal is to create a more diversified and resilient economy.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a brief explanation of each option:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hydropower generation:<\/strong> Sikkim has a number of hydroelectric dams, which generate electricity for both domestic use and export. Hydropower is a clean and renewable source of energy, and it is a major source of income for the state.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Small-scale industries:<\/strong> These industries include food processing, textiles, and handicrafts. They are important to the Sikkimese economy because they provide jobs and contribute to the state&#8217;s GDP.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pharmaceuticals:<\/strong> This is a relatively new industry in Sikkim, but it is growing rapidly. The state has a number of pharmaceutical companies, which produce a variety of drugs. 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