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In India, the overall Index of Industrial Production has Indices of Eight Core Industries with a combined weight of 37.90%. Which of the following are among those Eight Core Industries?

  1. 1.Cement
  2. 2.Fertilizers
  3. 3.Natural Gas
  4. 4.Refinery products
  5. 5.Textiles

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

  1. A.1 and 5 only
  2. B.2, 3 and 4 only
  3. C.1, 2, 3 and 4 only
  4. D.1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

The Eight Core Industries form a significant part of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) and represent key sectors of the economy. These industries are typically Coal, Petroleum products, Natural Gas, Refinery products, Fertilizers, Iron and Steel, Cement, and Electricity. Textiles are not considered one of the core industries in this classification.

Source: UPSC gs1 2012

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