The industry that forms the base for all other industries is _____.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Iron and steel industry
Note: This question is taken from the pre-rationalised NCERT book. The latest edition (2026-27) does not have this part. An extract of the pre-rationalised NCERT book is given below for the benefit of students.
Pre-rationalised NCERT: “Iron and Steel Industry The iron and steel industry forms the base of all other industries and, therefore, it is called a basic industry. It is basic because it provides raw material for other industries such as machine tools used for further production.” |