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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 26

SSC GD Constable (English) - 17 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q26

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In which year was the first cement plant setup in India?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e.1904.

  • The first cement plant in India was setup in the year 1904 at Chennai, Tamil Nadu. 
  • The establishment of this cement factory in Chennai was a significant development for various reasons. It not only provided a base for the budding Indian cement industry but also reduced the dependency on imported cement from countries like England.