Manufacturing Industries Overview
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What is the primary goal of increasing manufacturing industries in India?

  • To compete in the international market (correct)
  • To decrease agricultural productivity
  • To eliminate the service sector
  • To promote self-sufficiency

    • Agriculture and industry are completely independent of each other.

    False

    Name two examples of industries that fall into the secondary sector.

    Steel factories and textile industries.

    The economic strength of a country is measured by the development of ________ industries.

    <p>manufacturing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a public sector industry?

    <p>BHEL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following sectors with their ownership:

    <p>Public sector = Owned by government agencies Private sector = Owned by individuals or a group of individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Self-sufficiency is sufficient for a country to compete in the international market.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum investment allowed in a manufacturing unit?

    <p>One crore rupees.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in India has the maximum concentration of iron and steel industries?

    <p>Chhotanagpur plateau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aluminium smelting is the least important metallurgical industry in India.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary raw material used in aluminium smelting?

    <p>Bauxite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The chemical industry in India is characterized by both large and _____ scale manufacturing units.

    <p>small</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of aluminium?

    <p>High density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following states with their associated industries:

    <p>Odisha = Aluminium smelting Maharashtra = Aluminium smelting Uttar Pradesh = Aluminium smelting Kerala = Aluminium smelting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify two prime factors for the location of aluminium smelting plants.

    <p>Regular supply of electricity and assured raw material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aluminium is generally used as a substitute for only steel in industries.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered the backbone of economic development?

    <p>Manufacturing sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Manufacturing only refers to large industries producing goods in large quantities.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name two items that Harish's mother purchased during Diwali.

    <p>Utensils and diyas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Manufacturing transforms raw materials into __________ products.

    <p>valuable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of industries manufacture items like utensils?

    <p>Household industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following products with their sources:

    <p>Paper = Wood Sugar = Sugarcane Iron and Steel = Iron ore Aluminium = Bauxite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Public sector industries in India aim to eradicate unemployment and poverty.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the production of manufactured goods help to expand?

    <p>Trade and commerce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following industries uses bauxite as a raw material?

    <p>Aluminium Smelting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which industry manufactures telephones and computers?

    <p>Electronic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Basic industries are industries that manufacture general consumer goods.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is manufacturing?

    <p>Manufacturing is the process of converting raw materials into finished products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Used to drive machinery: ______

    <p>Power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    People who work in a factory: ______

    <p>Workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following industry types with their examples:

    <p>Agro-based = Textiles Mineral-based = Steel Electronic = Computers Construction = Cement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one basic raw material for the sugar industry.

    <p>Sugarcane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the first successful textile mill established in Mumbai?

    <p>1854</p> Signup and view all the answers

    India is the largest producer of jute worldwide.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which basin are most jute mills located?

    <p>Hugli basin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first jute mill was established near _____ in 1855.

    <p>Kolkata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor did NOT contribute to the localisation of the cotton textile industry?

    <p>High labor costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mahatma Gandhi emphasized spinning yarn and weaving khadi to promote self-reliance in India.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The jute producing area that remained in India after Partition was _____ of the total area.

    <p>one-fourth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following industries with their descriptions:

    <p>Cotton textile industry = Concentrated in Maharashtra and Gujarat Jute industry = Primarily located in West Bengal Mineral-based industries = Use minerals and metals as raw materials Khadi = Promoted by Mahatma Gandhi for self-reliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following are examples of inorganic chemicals?

    <p>Soda ash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Organic chemicals are primarily those based on carbon.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one use of nitric acid.

    <p>Used in the production of fertilizers or synthetic materials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary industry associated with the production of glass is the _____ industry.

    <p>soda ash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between organic chemical plants and oil refineries?

    <p>Organic chemical plants are usually located near oil refineries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of vehicles with their classifications:

    <p>Trucks = Transport goods Motor cycles = Two-wheeled vehicles Buses = Public transport Passenger cars = Personal use vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The liberalization of the market had no impact on the automobile industry.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List two products that can be made using petrochemicals.

    <p>Synthetic fibers and plastics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Manufacturing Industries

    • Manufacturing involves processing raw materials into valuable goods.
    • Manufacturing is a crucial part of a country's economic development.
    • Manufacturing industries include various sectors such as textiles, iron and steel, automobiles, and chemicals.
    • Manufacturing industries are classified based on the ownership, source of raw materials, the size of the industry, or the bulk and weight of the finished goods.
    • Public sector industries are owned and operated by the government.
    • Private sector industries are owned by individuals or groups of individuals.
    • Manufacturing industries transform raw materials into more valuable finished goods.
    • Industries are necessary to modernize agriculture and to reduce dependence on agricultural income.
    • Industrial development fosters job creation and poverty reduction.
    • Manufacturing exports generate foreign exchange earnings, boosting trade and commerce.
    • Manufacturing industries can be categorized as basic or consumer industries.
    • Basic industries provide raw materials for other industries, while consumer industries produce goods for direct consumption.

    Classification of Industries

    • Industries can be classified based on the source of raw materials (e.g., agro-based, mineral-based).
    • Industries can be categorized according to their size (e.g., large-scale, small-scale).
    • Industries can be categorized according to the bulk and weight of the raw materials and finished products (e.g., heavy industries, light industries).
    • Industries can be categorized based on the activity involved (e.g., spinning, weaving, dyeing and finishing).
    • Agro-based industries use agricultural products like cotton, jute, silk, and sugarcane as raw materials.
    • Mineral-based industries utilize minerals like iron ore, coal, and bauxite to create various products (e.g., iron and steel).

    Importance of Manufacturing

    • Manufacturing sector is considered the backbone of economic development.
    • Manufacturing industries help in modernizing agriculture and reducing reliance on agricultural income.
    • Industrial development is essential for poverty eradication and unemployment reduction.
    • Manufacturing industries create jobs in secondary and tertiary sectors.
    • Manufacturing exports help in generating foreign exchange and boosting trade.
    • Manufacturing industries are crucial for countries to become prosperous, expanding finished goods production.

    Important Industries

    • Textile Industry:

      • A significant contributor to India's economy.
      • Employs a large number of people.
      • Cotton textiles are produced extensively in India using hand spinning and handloom weaving methods.
      • The industry has close links with agriculture.
      • Historically, cotton textiles in India have been produced using hand methods, then power-loom, and finally mills.

    • Cotton Textiles/Cotton Industry:

      • Major contributor to India's textile industry.
      • Initially, hand-spun and hand-woven.
      • Later, mechanical methods were integrated into the process.
      • Significant role in the economic development of the country.

    • Jute Textiles:

      • India is a major producer and exporter of jute and jute goods.
      • Located primarily in West Bengal.
      • The raw materials is bulky and requires intensive transportation.

    • Iron and Steel Industry:

      • A fundamental industry supplying raw materials to all industries (basic industry).
      • The index of a country's development.
      • Essential for a variety of goods.
      • Iron and steel plants are located in several parts of the country.
      • Availability of raw materials, coking coal, lime stone, and other materials are essential.
      • Transportation of raw materials and finished products is crucial.

    • Aluminium Smelting:

      • Utilized in various industries.
      • Relatively light compared to many other metals.

    • Chemical Industries:

      • A diversified and expanding sector.
      • Includes inorganic and organic chemicals.
      • A crucial supporting industry for other related sectors.

    • Sugar Industry:

      • Significant part of the Indian economy.
      • Raw material is bulky, and transportation is a key factor.

    • Cement Industry:

      • Essential for construction activities.
      • Demands considerable raw materials (limestone, silica, gypsum).

    • Automobile Industry:

      • Provides vehicles for quick transportation of goods and people.
      • Growth of passenger cars, 2-wheelers, and 3-wheelers has increased.
      • Major industries are situated near major cities and markets.

    • Information Technology and Electronics Industries:

      • Major centres of the industry include Bangalore and other metropolitan areas.
      • Employs a significant portion of the workforce.

    Pollution and Degradation

    • Industries contribute significantly to economic growth but can cause environmental problems like air, water, land, and noise pollution.
    • Industries discharge industrial waste into water bodies.
    • Excessive noise pollution and other pollution can have health-related complications.
    • Industries need to take necessary measures for minimizing pollution.

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