Question

Refer to the sketch map given below and answer the questions that follow:

1. Name the iron and steel plant marked A and mention its location.  [2]
2. What are the two locational advantages of this iron and steel plant?  [2]

Answer 1

1. The iron ore and steel plant marked A is the Bhilai Steel Plant, which is situated in the Durg district of Chhattisgarh.
2. 1. The Bhilai Steel Plant receives an abundant water supply from the Tandula Dam, and the Mahanadi River flows close to the plant.
   2. The steel plant obtains its coal from the nearby Korba and Kargali coalfields, which helps reduce transportation costs and saves money.