The correct option is D 15 million
The
tourism industry of India is economically important and it is growing rapidly. The
sector is predicted to grow at an average annual rate of 7.9% from 2013 to
2023. This gives India the third rank among countries with the fastest growing
tourism industries over the next decade. Tourism also provided jobs for the
local residents, further benefiting the destination. In India, 15 million
people are directly engaged in tourism industry. They are directly depended on tourism
for their livelihood.