Manufacturing sector is considered as the backbone of general and economic development.’ Examine the statement in the context of India. OR

Class 10th Social Science, Question - Manufacturing sector is considered as the backbone of general and economic development.’ Examine the statement in the context of India. 

Question : Manufacturing sector is considered as the backbone of general and economic development.’ Examine the statement in the context of India.

The correct answer is-

i. Manufacturing industries help in modernising agriculture.
ii. It helps in reducing the heavy dependence of people on agricultural income by providing
them jobs in secondary and tertiary sectors.
iii. It helps in eradication of unemployment and poverty from our country.
iv. It helps in reducing regional disparities by establishing industries in tribal and backward areas.
v. Export of manufactured goods expands trade and commerce.
vi. It helps in bringing foreign exchange.
vii. Any other relevant point