Question

Factors favourable to cotton textile industry in Mumbai:

• A. Mineral
• B. Humid climate
• C. Market
• D. Supply of labour

Hint:

Textile industries depend on raw materials (cotton), climate, labor, and markets, not mineral resources.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: The cotton textile industry in Mumbai thrives due to specific conditions.
- (b) Humid climate: Prevents thread breakage during spinning/weaving.
- (c) Market: Large local and export markets support demand.
- (d) Supply of labour: Abundant skilled/unskilled labor in Mumbai.
Step 2: Mineral (a) is incorrect, as the cotton textile industry relies on cotton (an agricultural product), not minerals, unlike industries like steel.