Economy
2015
Infrastructure Sector

In the Index of Eight Core Industries, which one of the following is given the highest weight?

C.Fertilizer Production
D.Steel Production
A.Coal Production
B.Electricity generation

Correct Answer: Option B

The Index of Eight Core Industries measures the production volume of eight key industries.

Here's the weightage of the given options:

  • Electricity Generation: 19.85%
  • Steel Production: 17.92%
  • Coal Production: 10.33%
  • Fertilizer Production: 2.63%

Electricity generation has the highest weightage among the options.

Hence, option B is correct.

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