Multiple choice

India has the _____________ largest scientific and technical manpower in the world.

  1. fifth

  2. tenth

  3. eighth

  4. second

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

India has the second largest scientific and technical manpower in the world, after China. This is due to India's strong education system in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, producing a large number of graduates and professionals annually. Options A (fifth), B (tenth), and C (eighth) are incorrect as they underestimate India's position in global scientific manpower rankings.