Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Manufacturing Industries

Question:

Cotton is called a 'pure' raw material because _________.

Options:

It is grown in hilly regions

It does not loose much of its weight in the manufacturing process

The different varieties of cotton are pure white when grown

The cotton and production units are cleaned well before the process begins

Correct Answer:

It does not loose much of its weight in the manufacturing process

Explanation:

Cotton is a “pure” raw material which does not lose weight in the manufacturing process. So other factors, like, power to drive the looms, labour, capital or market may determine the location of the industry. At present the trend is to locate the industry at or close to markets, as it is the market that decides what kind of cloth is to be produced. Also the market for the finished products is extremely variable, therefore, it becomes important to locate the mills close to the market.