Question

Tamil Nadu is one of the most industrialised states in India, but it comes at a cost.

Which of the following statements explain(s) the above statement?

• A. Chemical, textiles, and leather clusters generate a lot of polluting effluents that affect health.
• B. The growth of agriculture and service sectors has declined as more importance is given to the manufacturing sector.
• C. Employment opportunities have declined due to automation in the industrial sector.
• D. The agricultural sector lacks labour due to the entry of multinational companies.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

Employment opportunities have declined due to automation in the industrial sector.

Industrial clusters of chemicals, textiles, and leather tend to generate a lot of polluting effluents. Many water bodies polluted by such effluents flow into the adjoining agricultural lands, affecting the quality of food. Technologies like automation are gradually reducing the dependency on human resources. This is also resulting in temporary employment.