Economics ยท General Awareness

Economic Sectors and Infrastructure

1,725 Questions

This topic covers the classification of primary, secondary, and tertiary economic sectors, along with their infrastructure requirements. Questions often explore the impact of globalization, privatization, and technology on various industries. This material is frequently tested in SSC, state PSC, and UPSC examinations.

Primary and secondary sectorsBanking and service sectorPrivatization and economic reformsIndustrial growth and laborFive-Year Plans priorities

Economic Sectors and Infrastructure Questions

Multiple choice

Which sector in India has received the highest FDI in the last decade?

  1. Services Sector

  2. Manufacturing Sector

  3. Agriculture Sector

  4. Infrastructure Sector
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Manufacturing Sector has consistently attracted the highest FDI in India over the past decade, due to its potential for growth and job creation.

Multiple choice

Which industry in the Manufacturing Sector has received the highest FDI in India?

  1. Automobile Industry

  2. Pharmaceutical Industry

  3. Textile Industry

  4. Food Processing Industry
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Automobile Industry has received the highest FDI in India, due to the growing demand for vehicles in the country.

Multiple choice

Which economic sector is primarily concerned with the extraction and production of raw materials?

  1. Primary Sector

  2. Secondary Sector

  3. Tertiary Sector

  4. Quaternary Sector
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The primary sector of the economy includes activities such as agriculture, mining, and forestry, which involve the extraction and production of raw materials.

Multiple choice

Which industry is expected to benefit the most from 3D printing in the coming years?

  1. Healthcare

  2. Automotive

  3. Aerospace

  4. Construction
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The healthcare industry is expected to benefit significantly from 3D printing due to its potential for creating personalized medical devices, implants, and tissue engineering.

Multiple choice

Which sector of the economy is most directly affected by mining and quarrying?

  1. Manufacturing

  2. Agriculture

  3. Services

  4. Mining and Quarrying
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The mining and quarrying sector is directly affected by mining and quarrying activities.

Multiple choice

What is the primary occupation of the majority of Bagheli speakers?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Manufacturing

  3. Service industry

  4. Tourism
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The majority of Bagheli speakers are engaged in agriculture, with farming being the primary occupation in the Baghelkhand region.

Multiple choice

What is the primary economic activity in most rural areas?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Manufacturing

  3. Services

  4. Mining
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Agriculture is the primary economic activity in most rural areas, as it provides a livelihood for a large proportion of the population.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common economic activity in rural areas?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Manufacturing

  3. Services

  4. Mining
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Agriculture is a common economic activity in rural areas, as it provides a livelihood for a large proportion of the population.

Multiple choice

What is the primary economic activity in most rural areas?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Manufacturing

  3. Services

  4. Mining
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Agriculture is the primary economic activity in most rural areas, as it provides a livelihood for a large proportion of the population.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a sector where international students with a post-study work visa can seek employment in India?

  1. Information Technology

  2. Manufacturing

  3. Agriculture

  4. Healthcare
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

International students with a post-study work visa cannot seek employment in the agriculture sector in India.

Multiple choice

Who are the primary beneficiaries of agricultural extension services?

  1. Farmers

  2. Agricultural scientists

  3. Government officials

  4. Consumers
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The primary beneficiaries of agricultural extension services are farmers, as they are the ones who directly benefit from the knowledge and skills they acquire through these services.

Multiple choice

Which sector has been identified as a key focus area under the Make in India initiative?

  1. Automobile

  2. Textiles

  3. Pharmaceuticals

  4. Electronics
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The electronics sector has been identified as a key focus area under the Make in India initiative due to its potential to drive economic growth, create employment opportunities, and reduce import dependence.

Multiple choice

What is the main economic activity in the desert climate zone of India?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Industry

  3. Tourism

  4. Mining
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Agriculture is the main economic activity in the desert climate zone of India, with crops such as wheat, barley, and millet being cultivated.

Multiple choice

What is the main type of industry found on the Deccan Plateau?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Manufacturing

  3. Mining

  4. Tourism
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Agriculture is the main type of industry found on the Deccan Plateau. The region is known for its production of cotton, sugarcane, and rice.

Multiple choice

What is the composition of the CPI basket in India?

  1. Food and beverages, housing, clothing and footwear, transportation and communication, education and recreation.

  2. Agriculture, industry, and services.

  3. Wholesale and retail trade, hotels and restaurants, and transport, storage, and communication.

  4. Mining and quarrying, manufacturing, and electricity, gas, and water supply.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The CPI basket in India includes items such as food and beverages, housing, clothing and footwear, transportation and communication, education and recreation.