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Mention the locational factors which favour the growth of the cement industry in India.
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Solution
The locational factors which favour the growth of the cement industry in India are:
- Availability of raw materials, especially limestone which forms 60-65% of raw material.
- Bulk transport facilities at reasonably low cost, since cement and raw materials are bulky and low-value items.
- Proximity to a ready market to reduce transportation costs and ensure demand.
- Availability of energy (electricity and coal) for kiln operation and grinding.
- Support for mini plants in remote areas to exploit smaller limestone deposits.
These factors together determine the location of cement plants, mainly near limestone deposits with good transport and market access.
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