Question

According to the Economic Survey, Growth in the industry sector accelerated during the current year due to

• A. improved manufacturing activity.
• B. improved mining and quarrying activities
• C. Availability of cheaper electricity
• D. improved construction activities

Answer 1

The correct option is A

improved manufacturing activity.

The ongoing manufacturing recovery is supported by vigorous growth in petroleum refining,

automobiles, apparels, chemicals, electrical machinery and wood products, including furniture.

Apart from manufacturing, other three segments of the industry sector-electricity, gas, water supply-and related utilities, mining and quarrying and construction activities are witnessing a slump in growth.