SSC MTS 2026 PYQ — Question 43

SSC MTS - 19 Feb 2026 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q43

Which of the following steel plant was established during second five year plan of India?
I. Rourkela steel plant
II. Bokaro steel plant

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer:

Option 1: Only I

 

Explanation:

The Rourkela Steel Plant was established during the Second Five-Year Plan; it is located in Odisha and was developed with the collaboration of Germany. It was one of India's first public-sector steel plants.

The Bokaro Steel Plant was established during later plans; therefore, it is not associated with this specific plan.

 

Additional Facts:

Option 1: Correct Answer.

Option 2: Incorrect.

Option 3: Neither is correct.

Option 4: Incorrect.

 

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