GS PrelimsGeography (Human geography)Manufacturing Industries1997

Which of the following places are known for paper manufacturing industry? 1. I. Yamuna Nagar 2. II. Guwahati 3. III. Shahabad 4. IV. Ballarpur Choose the correct answer using the codes given below: Codes:

A

I, II and III

B

I, II and IV

C

I, III and IV

D

II, III and IV

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

The question asks to identify places known for the paper manufacturing industry in India.Yamuna Nagar (I) in Haryana is a major hub for the paper industry, hosting large mills like Ballarpur Industries Ltd. (BILT) unit and others.Guwahati (II) in Assam has presence of the paper industry, notably with public sector units like Nagaon Paper Mill and Cachar Paper Mill (under Hindustan Paper Corporation, though facing issues later) located nearby, making the region significant.Shahabad (III) in Karnataka has some industrial presence but is not primarily known nationwide as a major paper manufacturing centre compared to others. There's also a Shahabad in Bihar, not noted for paper.Ballarpur (IV) in Maharashtra is another very important centre for the paper industry, particularly known for the large mills of Ballarpur Industries Ltd. (BILT).Therefore, Yamuna Nagar (I), Guwahati region (II), and Ballarpur (IV) are well-known for paper manufacturing. The combination I, II, and IV is the most appropriate.

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