Q1. [3] § IMPORTANCE OF MANUFACTURING § Information Technology and Electronics Industry
"The development process of India has experienced transformation due to the significant influence of Information Technology (I.T.) and Electronic Industry." Explain the statement with examples.
Previously asked in CBSE board exam
2024 32/3/1 Q26
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Model Answer
The IT and Electronics Industry has significantly transformed India's development process:
- The electronics industry covers a wide range of products — from transistor sets, televisions, telephones, and cellular telecom equipment to computers and radars — boosting industrial growth.
- It has generated large-scale employment in both hardware and software sectors.
- Bengaluru has emerged as the electronic capital of India; other major centres include Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai.
- The continuing growth of hardware and software is the key to IT industry's success, expanding trade and bringing in foreign exchange.
Source: Information Technology and Electronics Industry, Chapter 6
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Explanation
- Examiners look for: (1) examples of products, (2) employment generation, (3) at least 2–3 major centres by name, and (4) linking IT/electronics to development/transformation.
- Avoid writing a vague general answer — specific product names and city names earn marks.
- At 3 marks, 3 distinct points with brief elaboration is ideal. Don't over-write.
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