Why has ‘Chotanagpur Region’ maximum concentration and steel industries? Explain any three reasons.
Chotanagpur Plateau region has the maximum concentration of iron and steel industries because:
- Iron-ore is easily available at a low cost.
- High grade raw materials in proximity like iron-ore, coking coal and limestone.
- Cheap labour is available in abundance.
- There is vast growth potential in the home market.