
India is the largest producer of raw jute and jute goods and stands at second place as an exporter after Bangladesh. Most of the mills are located in West Bengal, mainly along the banks of the Hugli river, in a narrow belt.
Which of the following factors are responsible for the concentration of jute mills along the banks of the Hugli river in West Bengal, India?
1. Proximity to tea producing areas
2. Abundant water for processing cotton
3. Inexpensive water transport and good transportation network
4. Availability of cheap labor from northern states.
Which of the following factors are responsible for the concentration of jute mills along the banks of the Hugli river in West Bengal, India?
2. Abundant water for processing cotton
3. Inexpensive water transport and good transportation network
4. Availability of cheap labor from northern states.
1 and 2 are correct
1 and 3 are correct
3 and 4 are correct
1, 2, 3 and 4 are correct


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