Which of the following industries developed in Mumbai towards the end of the nineteenth century, leading to its rapid growth?
A
Coal and Petroleum
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B
Shipbuilding
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C
Iron and Steel
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D
Textile
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Solution
The correct option is D Textile Towards the end of the 19th century, Mumbai started growing rapidly because of the development of the textile industry. A lot of textile mills sprung up in and around Mumbai. This attracted a lot of people from around Mumbai and far, leading to the growth of the city.