Which of the following is NOT one of the eight core industries in India?
I. Coal
II. Cotton
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Only II.
Cotton is NOT one of the eight core industries in India. The eight core industries, which are crucial to the industrial sector and the overall economy, are:
- Coal
- Crude Oil
- Natural Gas
- Refinery Products
- Fertilizers
- Steel
- Cement
- Electricity
Cotton is an important agricultural product and raw material for the textile industry, but it is not included in the core industries list.