Why has 'Chotanagpur Region' maximum concentration of iron and steel industries? Explain any three reasons.
DELHI - SET 2 2014
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Chotanagpur region has the maximum concentration of iron and steel industries because of the following reasons :Since it is rich in mineral deposits and known as " the storehouse of minerals ", therefore, low cost iron ore is available raw material for industries is available in close proximity.
Well-developed rail and road transport system.
Also cheap hydel and thermal power is available.
Cheap labour and wide market is also available here.
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