Question

Explain three reasons as to why there is a large concentration of iron and steel plants in the Chhota Nagpur region.

Answer 1

Three reasons for large concentration of iron and steel plant in Chhota Nagpur Region are:

i. The Chota Nagpur region has rich reserves of minerals like coal, iron ore, etc.

ii. Availability of cheap labour from the surrounding areas of West Bengal, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.

iii. The region is well connected by rail and road transport.