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UPSC Prelims 2005 · World Geography · Countries, Rivers and Resources
For which one of the following items, is Tirupur well-known as a huge exporter to many parts of the world.
- (a) Gems and Jewellery
- (b) Leather goods
- (c) Knitted garments
- (d) Handicrafts
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: (c) Knitted garments
Tiruppur makes most of India’s cotton knitwear exports.
Why the others are wrong
(a) Gems and jewellery: Surat, Mumbai.
(b) Leather: Kanpur, Ambur, Vellore.
(d) Handicrafts: Moradabad, Jaipur.
The trap
None.
🔒 Tiruppur: knitwear · Ludhiana: woollen hosiery · Panipat: handloom/recycled textiles.
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