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Which cities of Tamil Nadu are famous for production of bronze statues and musical instruments?

  1. Thanjavur and Kumbakonam

  2. Cuddalore and Sivakasi

  3. Virudhunagar and Sivakasi

  4. Dindigul and Manali
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Thanjavur and Kumbakonam are specialised in the production of bronze statues and musical instruments.

Multiple choice industries in tamil nadu human geography in tamil nadu geography

In ________   very little investment involved.

  1. Large industry

  2. Small scale industry

  3. Cottage industry

  4. Medium Scale industries
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Cottage industries are typically small-scale, home-based operations that require very little capital investment compared to larger industrial sectors.

Multiple choice industries in tamil nadu human geography in tamil nadu geography

Tamil Nadu Newsprint Paper Limited (TNPL) is a ______ in Tamil Nadu.

  1. Joint sector

  2. Private sector

  3. Public sector

  4. Co-operative sector
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

TNPL (Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers Limited) is a public sector undertaking promoted by the Government of Tamil Nadu.

Multiple choice industries in tamil nadu human geography in tamil nadu geography

_______ silk is unique in its quality and is known for its traditional value all over the world.

  1. Kancheepuram

  2. Arani

  3. Salem

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

Kancheepuram silk is world-renowned for its high quality, durability, and traditional zari work, making it a globally recognized brand.

Multiple choice industries in tamil nadu human geography in tamil nadu geography

Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Paper Limited (TNPL) was set up in ____.

  1. 1969

  2. 1979

  3. 1989

  4. 1999
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers Limited was established by the Government of Tamil Nadu to produce newsprint and writing paper using bagasse, a sugarcane residue. The Government of Tamil Nadu listed the paper mill in April 1979 as one of the most environmentally compliant paper mills in the world under the provisions of the Companies Act of 1956. The factory is situated at Kagithapuram in the Karur District of Tamil Nadu. 

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What is tanning?

  1. A process of making cement

  2. A process of making leather

  3. A process of making paper

  4. A process of making sugar
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Tanning is the process of treating skins and hides of animals to produce leather. A tannery is the place where the skins are processed. Tanning hide into leather involves a process which permanently alters the protein structure of skin, making it more durable and less susceptible to decomposition, and also possibly coloring it.

Multiple choice industries in tamil nadu human geography in tamil nadu geography

_____ produces 90% of India's fireworks products.

  1. Chennai

  2. Sivakasi

  3. Erode

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

Sivakasi is a big industrial centre in Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu. It is world famous for its fireworks and safety match boxes. Sivakasi produces 90% of India's fireworks and it is also known for offset printing.

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What is the ranking of Tamil Nadu in national tourism?

  1. First

  2. Second

  3. Third

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

Tamil Nadu's tourism industry is the second largest in India, with an annual growth rate of 16%. Presence of ancient monuments, pilgrim centres, hill stations, a variety of natural landscapes, long coastline, along with rich culture and heritage makes Tamil Nadu the best destination for tour lovers.

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Which cotton textile centre is not in Tamil Nadu?

  1. Tutikorin

  2. Coimbatore

  3. Salem

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

Trichur cotton textile center isn’t in Tamil Nadu. It is in Kerala in Nattika in Trichur district. Trichur are engaged in the manufacture of hosiery products. Trichur is famous for the powerloom industry and the Textile Mills.