Question

    Which amongst the following sectors generates the second-largest employment in India?

    A Real Sector Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Pharmaceuticals Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Iron and Steel Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Textile Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The textile industry in India traditionally, after agriculture, is the only industry that has generated huge employment for both skilled and unskilled labour in textiles. The textile industry continues to be the second largest employment generating sector in India. It offers direct employment to over 35 million in the country.

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