AI-generated practice question — model-generated for extra practice, not a previous-year CBSE board question.
(C) Chhotanagpur Plateau — It has the maximum concentration of iron and steel industries due to proximity of raw materials, low-cost iron ore, cheap labour, and vast market potential.
The textbook explicitly states: "Chhotanagpur plateau region has the maximum concentration of iron and steel industries." The key reasons are proximity of high-grade raw materials, low-cost iron ore, and cheap labour. Students must not confuse this with the Deccan Plateau, which is a common distractor.