Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Change and Development in industrial Society

Question:

The disease very common in workers in underground mines are

A. Silicosis
B. Anemia
C. Tuberculosis
D. Thalassemia

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

A and D only

B and C Only

C and D Only

A and C Only

Correct Answer:

A and C Only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → A and C Only.

Workers in underground mines face very dangerous conditions, due to flooding, fire, the collapse of roofs and sides, the emission of gases and ventilation failures. Many workers develop breathing problems and diseases like tuberculosis and silicosis. Those working in overground mines have to work in both hot sun and rain, and face injuries due to mine blasting, falling objects etc.