Which of the following is the main problem hindering the rapid development of…
2025
Which of the following is the main problem hindering the rapid development of the cement industry in Rajasthan?
- A.
Updated production techniques
- B.
Irregular supply of electricity
- C.
Sufficient demand of cement
- D.
Lack of coal
- E.
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Correct answer: D
The Problem: Rajasthan has vast deposits of limestone (the raw material), but it has almost no high-grade coal deposits.
The Impact: Cement plants in Rajasthan must transport coal from distant eastern states like Jharkhand, Odisha, or Chhattisgarh, or rely on expensive imported coal. This significantly increases the cost of production and remains the biggest bottleneck for the industry in the state.