Geography PYQ 278 of 587 · Industry · Miscellaneous : Industry

In India, in which industry are the maximum people employed?

  1. AJute industry
  2. BIron and steel industry
  3. CTextile industry
  4. DSugar industry

39th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 1994

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Correct answer: (c) Textile industry

Explanation

Among the given options, the largest number of people are employed in the textile industry. The textile industry is one of the major industries; it is the oldest and most firmly established. According to the Annual Report 2024-25 of the Ministry of Textiles, it provides direct employment to about 4.5 crore (45 million) people and is the source of livelihood for about 10 crore (100 million) people indirectly.

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