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SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 37

SSC CHSL - 04 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q37

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At the time of Independence of India, the Industrial sector was confined to _________.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. cotton textiles and jute.

  • At the time of independence, India's industrial sector was predominantly confined to cotton textiles and jute due to colonial policies that suppressed broader industrial development.
  • The sector was characterized by a lack of diversification and modern infrastructure, posing significant challenges for the newly independent nation.