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The largest centre of Paper Industry in India —

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Ballarpur
  2. Salkia
  3. Nepanagar
  4. Nagpur

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Ballarpur

Explanation: Ballarpur, Maharashtra in India is the largest centre of the paper industry, producing various types of writing and packaging paper. Other Information: ▪️ Located in Maharashtra, close to forest resources for pulp. ▪️ Supports large-scale printing, packaging, and publishing sectors. ▪️ Uses both raw wood and recycled paper in production. ▪️ Provides employment and industrial growth in the region. ▪️ Complements smaller centres like Salkia and Nepanagar in national paper supply.