The factors affecting the location of industries are the availability of raw material, land, water, labour, power, capital, transport and market. Industries are situated where some or all of these factors are easily available. Sometimes, the government provides incentives like subsidised power, lower transport cost and other infrastructure so that industries may be located in …
What are the important factors that determine the location of an industry? With suitable examples, examine the factors responsible for the location and growth of cotton industry around the world. (200 Words) Factors that affect the location of an industry can be broadly divided into two categories 1).Geographical factors 2). Non-geographical factors. GEOGRAPHICAL FACTORS: · Land : cheap and …
In the light of recent developments in coal sector and its importance to the Indian economy, examine why coal is called as black gold in India. (200 Words) Coal is more than a fossil fuel, it generates electricity in easiest and traditional way. Thermal power plant constitute 59% of India’s power production, Also many PSUs, …
Recent developments in India’s automotive industry Increase in Demand: In the last 3 decades passenger vehicle volume increased 15 times, the SUV 24 times, and the two-wheeler 12 times. Improvement in Quality and efficiency: The technology features, the safety, the comfort, the emissions, and the energy consumption have improved much better than 3 decades ago. Developments …
Explain the factors promoting the rapid growth and development of auto-mobile industry in India, giving suitable examples. (200 Words) India has witnessed a rapid growth in the auto mobile sector. The reason behind the growth is as follows: Fuel economy : high rates of fuel have forced competition among the companies to focus on delivering performance-oriented products. Demography …