Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence

Question:

Which industries were included in the limited area of operation of the public sector under colonial rule?

Options:

Railways and communications

Power generation

Railways, Power generation and communications

Railways, Power generation, Ports and Communications

Correct Answer:

Railways, Power generation, Ports and Communications

Explanation:

Public sector enterprises were primarily limited to areas such as railways, power generation, communications, ports, and select departmental undertakings. The public sector's reach and influence in other industries were relatively limited.