Quiz July 17, 2026

With reference to Weber’s theory of industrial location, consider the following statements.

1. As per Weber, transport costs, labor costs and agglomeration economies affect the location of an industry.
2. Weber took an anisotropic plain assumption in formulating his theory.

 Which of the above statements is/are correct?

What are the possible reasons behind industrial inertia in a particular industry?

1. There may be strong transportation and economic linkage with other activities of the area.
2. Cost and disruption that can arise from relocation.
3. Irreplaceable skilled labour force.
4. Encouraging government policy like subsidies and ease of doing business.
5. Unavailability of skilled labour force

Select the correct answer using the code given below.  

Consider the following statements with reference to Footloose Industries.

1. These industries are prone to relocation.
2. Footloose industries are generally ecofriendly.
3. Diamond cutting and polishing is a footloose industry.
4. Footloose industries generally have a strong locational preference.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Consider the following pairs of industries and their major centres

             (Industries)                          Major centres)

1. Automobile industry              -      Detroit 
2. Iron and steel industry            -      Bhilai
3. Shipbuilding industry             -       Tokyo
4. Aircraft industry.                    -      Florence 

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

1. For commercial affairs, the board of control was appointed.
2. Through this act, the right to appoint and transfer British officials was retained by the East India Company.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?