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Abhishek Singh· 2023

Question Q15GS1GS1

What are the geographical & economic factors that influence the location of the sugar industry & how do they contribute to the growth of the industry in India & different parts of the world?

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What are the geographical & economic factors that influence the location of the sugar industry & how do they contribute to the growth of the industry in India & different parts of the world?

Sugar industry in India & world depends on various factors ranging from climate, raw materials, transport, labour e.t.c

Geographical factors & location

1Raw materials: As sugarcane is a weight losing material so industries are set up in nearby location to save material

eg: Uttarpradesh, sugar mills

2Water availability: should [be present in the region?]

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— Abhishek Singh

116 words3 paragraphs
  • Clear question understanding
  • Identifies weight-losing nature of sugarcane as key factor
  • Provides specific example (Uttarpradesh)
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Abhishek Singh

2023

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Sugar Industry

Location Factors

Geographical and Economic Determinants of Sugar Industry

Writing Stats

116

Total words

3

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Technical, academic

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