Which city is popularly called the "Detroit of Asia" and the "Automobile Capital" of India?

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RRB NTPC - 2019

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Which city is popularly called the "Detroit of Asia" and the "Automobile Capital" of India?

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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper PDF (31-Jan-2021) (Shift 1)

Chennai

Hyderabad

Coimbatore

Jaipur

The correct answer is

Chennai

Chennai: India's "Detroit of Asia"

The city popularly known as the "Detroit of Asia" and the "Automobile Capital" of India is Chennai.

Reasoning

Chennai hosts a massive concentration of automobile manufacturing and related industries.
It is home to major automotive players like Hyundai, Ford, BMW, Renault-Nissan, and Ashok Leyland, earning it these nicknames.

Question Analysis

The question asks to identify the Indian city referred to by specific automotive-related nicknames.

"Detroit of Asia": This nickname refers to a city with a significant automotive industry, similar to Detroit, USA.
"Automobile Capital" of India: This signifies the city as the primary center for car manufacturing and related activities in India.

Options Evaluation

A. Chennai: Correct. Chennai is widely recognized for its extensive automotive sector.
B. Hyderabad: Known for IT and pharmaceuticals, not primarily automobiles.
C. Coimbatore: Known as the "Manchester of South India" for textiles and engineering, not the automobile capital.
D. Jaipur: Known for tourism, crafts, and historical sites.

Therefore, Chennai is the correct answer based on its established reputation as India's automotive hub.

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