Q71. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the differentiation between natural and synthetic textiles.
Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries: RAS Prelims MCQs
75 RAS Prelims MCQs on the iron and steel, textile and sugar industries of India test the location, raw material and history of each industry. Tata Steel at Jamshedpur, Bhilai, Durgapur and Salem, mini steel plants, cotton and synthetic fibres, and the shift of the sugar industry are asked as facts and pairs.
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Q72. The first integrated steel plant in India, TISCO, was established at Jamshedpur. What was the original name of this village before it was renamed?
Explanation
The Tata Iron and Steel Company (TISCO) was established in 1907 in a small village originally named Sakchi in the Singhbhum district. This location was chosen for its proximity to iron ore, coal, and water. Following the successful establishment of the steel plant and the growth of the surrounding industrial town, the settlement was later renamed Jamshedpur in honor of the founder, Jamsetji Tata.
Q73. Consider the following statements regarding the Rourkela Steel Plant:
Statement I: It was the first integrated steel plant in the public sector in India set up with German collaboration.
Statement II: It was strategically located in the iron ore rich region of Odisha to minimize raw material transport costs.
Statement I: It was the first integrated steel plant in the public sector in India set up with German collaboration.
Statement II: It was strategically located in the iron ore rich region of Odisha to minimize raw material transport costs.
Explanation
The Rourkela Steel Plant was the first integrated public sector plant established in India, developed with technical assistance from German firms.
Q74. The application of electric arc furnace technology in mini steel plants provides which of the following specific environmental or operational advantages?
Explanation
Electric arc furnace technology in mini steel plants offers distinct environmental and operational benefits. By utilizing recycled steel scrap as a primary feedstock, this process reduces the demand for newly mined iron ore and the energy-intensive primary smelting required in traditional blast furnaces. This makes mini steel plants more flexible, easier to establish in diverse locations, and more aligned with modern sustainable manufacturing practices.
Q75. Which of the following is the most appropriate description of a "sugar cluster" as promoted by government initiatives?
Explanation
A sugar cluster is an industrial zone designed to enhance the efficiency of the sugar manufacturing process. These clusters promote the integration of sugar mills with related facilities like distilleries and power plants. This allows for the maximum utilization of by-products such as molasses for ethanol production and bagasse for power generation. Such integration reduces operational costs, improves sustainability, and increases the overall competitiveness of the industry.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 71 | (b) The synthetic fibre industry is highly centralized and must be located near coal mines. |
| 72 | (c) Sakchi |
| 73 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct |
| 74 | (a) It uses recycled steel scrap, reducing the need for iron ore mining and large blast furnaces. |
| 75 | (b) An integrated zone where sugar mills and distilleries operate to maximize by-product utilization. |
Key facts from Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries
- TISCO at Jamshedpur was the first integrated steel plant in India.
- The Bhilai Steel Plant is in Chhattisgarh and gets iron ore from Dalli-Rajhara; Durgapur Steel Plant is in West Bengal.
- The Salem steel plant in Tamil Nadu specialises in stainless and special steel.
- Mini steel plants use the electric arc furnace.
- Polyester is made from coal, air, water and petroleum products.
- Textile and sugar industries are linked to State patterns; the sugar industry has moved from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar towards Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries?
This page has 75 practice MCQs on Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries (Indian Geography). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which was the first integrated steel plant in India?
The Tata Iron and Steel Company (TISCO) at Jamshedpur, in what is now Jharkhand. It began production in the early twentieth century and made Jamshedpur the first planned industrial city of India.
Where does the Bhilai Steel Plant get its iron ore?
From Dalli-Rajhara, in Chhattisgarh. The plant is in the Durg district, a public sector giant set up with Soviet help, and the Dalli-Rajhara mines are linked to it by rail.
What technology do mini steel plants use?
The electric arc furnace, which melts scrap or sponge iron using electricity. Mini plants need less capital and can be set up closer to markets than integrated plants.