39ᵗʰ B.P.S.C. (Pre) 1994
In India, in which industry are the maximum people employed?
aJute industry
bIron and steel industry
cTextile industry✓ Correct
dSugar industry
Explanation
Among the given options, the largest number of people are employed in the textile industry. The textile industry is one of the major industries; it is the oldest and most firmly established. According to the Annual report 2024-25 of the Ministry of Textiles is provides direct employment to about 4.5 crore (45 million) people and is the source of livelihood for about 10 crore (100 million) people indirectly.
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