Which of the following statement/s is/are correct regarding the Indian cement industry? 1) Around 87% of India's cement industry is concentrated in a few major states like Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. 2) India is the largest producer of cement in the world. 3) Most cement plants in India are located far from raw material sources and near to the ports to support exports. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

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2025 • 13 Sep, 2025 • General

Which of the following statement/s is/are correct regarding the Indian cement industry? 1) Around 87% of India's cement industry is concentrated in a few major states like Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. 2) India is the largest producer of cement in the world. 3) Most cement plants in India are located far from raw material sources and near to the ports to support exports. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Correct Answer

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Global Rank: India is the second-largest producer of cement in the world, after China. Location Factors: Cement is a weight-losing industry. Plants are located......

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Global Rank ▼

India is the second-largest producer of cement in the world, after China.

Location Factors ▼

Cement is a weight-losing industry. Plants are located near the source of raw materials (limestone) to minimize transport costs, not necessarily near ports (unless for export focus, which is less common than domestic consumption).

Statement 1 ▼

Likely refers to the rank or raw material dependency, which is correct.

Statement 2 ▼

Assuming it claims port-based location as primary, it is incorrect.

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