Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Manufacturing Industries

Question:

Arrange the following technological revolutions in the chronological order :

(A) Biotechnology
(B) Industrialisation
(C) Information technology and computers
(D) Transportation

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

(B), (D), (A), (C)

(B), (D), (C), (A)

(D), (B), (C), (A)

(D), (B), (A), (C)

Correct Answer:

(B), (D), (A), (C)

Explanation:

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

  1. Transportation (D): While not explicitly considered a "revolution," advancements in transportation like the wheel, sailing ships, and later, steam engine-powered vehicles, laid the foundation for further economic and social development. These advancements preceded major industrial changes.
  2. Industrialization (B): The Industrial Revolution, roughly from the mid-18th to the mid-19th centuries, was driven by innovations in machinery, steam power, and manufacturing processes. These advancements significantly transformed production and society.
  3. Information Technology and Computers (C): This revolution began in the mid-20th century with the development of computers and information networks. It dramatically impacted communication, storage, and access to information, leading to a more interconnected and digital world.
  4. Biotechnology (A): This revolution emerged in the late 20th century and involves manipulating genetic material and biological processes. It has applications in medicine, agriculture, and other fields, and continues to evolve rapidly.