Question

Q38) Which of the following sectors has the highest weightage in Index of Eight Core Industries?

• A. a) Electricity
• B. b) Crude Oil
• C. c) Coal
• D. d) Natural Gas

Answer 1

The correct option is A

a) Electricity

Ans: A
Explanation: The Eight Core Industries comprise nearly 38 % of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP).

Coal production (weight: 4.38 %)

Crude Oil production (weight: 5.22 %)

The Natural Gas production (weight: 1.71 %)

Petroleum Refinery production (weight: 5.94%)

Fertilizer production (weight: 1.25%)

Steel production (weight: 6.68%)

Cement production (weight: 2.41%)

Electricity generation (weight: 10.32%)