The first modern industries in India were:

(A) Sugarcane
(B) Jute
(C) Coal mines
(D) Railways

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(B), (C), (D) only

The correct answer is Option (1) → (B), (C), (D) only

The first modern industries in India emerged during British colonial rule and were primarily based on the needs of the colonial economy:

• (B) Jute: The jute industry was among the first modern industries, especially in Bengal.

• (C) Coal mines: Coal mining began in the late 18th century and became a significant industry with the expansion of railways and industry.

• (D) Railways: The Indian railway system began in 1853, and the establishment of railways involved modern engineering, infrastructure, and employment — making it a major modern industrial initiative.

• (A) Sugarcane: While sugarcane has long been cultivated, sugar processing as an industry became prominent later and was not among the first modern industries.