Question

Compare the 2015-2016 and 2019-2020 data and give any one reason for the reduction in the production of steel in 2019-2020

Answer 1

1. (i) High costs 

(ii) Limited availability of coking coal 

(iii) Lower productivity of labour 

(iv) Irregular supply of energy 

(v) Any other relevant point

2. (i) The steel products are used as a raw material in different industries. 

(ii) It is required for export. 

(iii) It provides machinery for ensuring country’s growth. 

(iv) Any other relevant point.

Answer 2

Answer:

1. (i) High costs 

(ii) Limited availability of coking coal 

(iii) Lower productivity of labour 

(iv) Irregular supply of energy 

(v) Any other relevant point

2. (i) The steel products are used as a raw material in different industries. 

(ii) It is required for export. 

(iii) It provides machinery for ensuring country’s growth. 

(iv) Any other relevant point.