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Why is the establishment of industries not suitable in areas with harsh climate?
Why is the establishment of industries not suitable in areas with harsh climate?
- The government prohibits industries in harsh climate regions.
- Extreme climates can hinder industrial development. (correct)
- Harsh climates increase the cost of production.
- Industries are not interested in expanding to new areas.
What effect can chronic droughts have on industries?
What effect can chronic droughts have on industries?
- Negatively impact the industries. (correct)
- Lead to higher production efficiency.
- Encourage more industries to set up in the affected area.
- Result in lower transportation costs.
Why were cotton textile mills historically concentrated in coastal parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat?
Why were cotton textile mills historically concentrated in coastal parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat?
- The government provided subsidies for these locations.
- Mechanization was not possible in other regions.
- It was a fashion trend to set up mills there.
- Humid climate was essential for cotton thread-making. (correct)
How have industries in dry areas coped with the need for humid climate?
How have industries in dry areas coped with the need for humid climate?
Why is the moderate climate of western coastal areas more conducive to industrial development?
Why is the moderate climate of western coastal areas more conducive to industrial development?
Why may there not be any industrial development in areas with harsh climate?
Why may there not be any industrial development in areas with harsh climate?
Why were cotton textile mills historically concentrated in coastal parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat?
Why were cotton textile mills historically concentrated in coastal parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat?
How do chronic droughts impact industries, according to the text?
How do chronic droughts impact industries, according to the text?
What is the significance of artificial humidifiers in dry areas for industrial production?
What is the significance of artificial humidifiers in dry areas for industrial production?
Why is the moderate climate of western coastal areas considered congenial for industrial development?
Why is the moderate climate of western coastal areas considered congenial for industrial development?
