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How many core infrastructure sectors are known as core industries in the Indian economy for the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data?

  1. A
    5
  2. B
    6
  3. C
    7
  4. D
    8

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There are 8 core industries in India that make up nearly 40.27% of the weight of items included in the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). These are Coal, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Refinery Products, Fertilizers, Steel, Cement, and Electricity.

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How many core infrastructure sectors are known as core industries in the Indian economy for the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data?
A
5
B
6
C
7
D
8

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