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Which of the following industries was operational in India at the time of independence?

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RRB NTPC 2024 CBT 1 Question Paper (28-Aug-2025) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is
Iron and steel industry

Historical Industries Operational in India at Independence

The question asks to identify which industry was active in India around the time of its independence in 1947.

Industry Operational Status Analysis

Let's analyze the status of each industry during India's independence period:

  • Iron and steel industry: This industry was well-established before 1947. Companies like Tata Iron and Steel Company (established in 1907) were already operational, contributing significantly to India's industrial base.
  • Electronics industry: The modern electronics industry, especially involving semiconductors and consumer electronics, began developing significantly in India much later, primarily in the post-independence era.
  • Aerospace industry: While rudimentary aircraft manufacturing or assembly might have existed, a full-fledged aerospace industry, including design and large-scale production, was not operational in India at the time of independence.
  • Automobile industry: Similar to aerospace, the large-scale automobile manufacturing sector developed substantially after independence. Some assembly operations might have existed, but it wasn't a major operational industry.

Conclusion on Historical Industries

Based on the historical context, the iron and steel industry is the sector that was clearly operational in India at the time of independence.

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