Which region has the maximum concentration of iron and steel industries in India?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Chota Nagpur plateau
- The Chotanagpur Plateau region in eastern India, particularly the states of Jharkhand, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh, has been traditionally known for having a significant concentration of iron and steel industries in India.
- The presence of abundant iron ore, coal reserves, and other raw materials in this region has made it a major hub for the iron and steel sector.