Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Globalisation and Social Change

Question:
Which of the following statement (s) is/are correct in the context of Telecommunication sector ?
Options:
In 1998, there were 70 million Internet users worldwide. Of these, the USA and Canada accounted for 62%, while Asia had 12%.
India had 3 million Internet subscribers and 15 million users by 2000, and this has now increased to 700 million.
When India gained Independence in 1947, the new nation had 84,000 telephone lines for its population of 350 million.
All of the above.
Correct Answer:
All of the above.
Explanation:
In 1998, there were 70 million Internet users worldwide. Of these, the USA and Canada accounted for 62%, while Asia had 12%. India had 3 million Internet subscribers and 15 million users by 2000, and this has now increased to 700 million. When India gained Independence in 1947, the new nation had 84,000 telephone lines for its population of 350 million.