In the 'Index of Eight Core Industries', which one of the following is given the highest weight?
A
Coal production
B
Electricity generation
Correct Answer
C
Fertilizer production
D
Steel production
Explanation
Electricity generation is the correct answer because, among the four options provided, it carries the highest weightage (approximately 19.85%) in the Index of Eight Core Industries. While Steel production is a significant component (~17.92%), it ranks below Electricity, and Refinery Products (not listed) holds the highest weight overall at approximately 28.04%. The core concept being tested is the relative weighting and composition of the Eight Core Industries, which collectively account for 40.27% of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP).
Indian EconomyCore Sector IndustriesIndex of Eight Core Industrieshighest weightElectricity generationCoal productionFertilizer productionSteel productionIndustrial Production