Which of the following products are NOT derived from the Agro-based sector? 1. Rayon 2. Jute Textiles 3. Nylon 4. Edible Oil

Explanation

The correct answer is (a) 1 and 3 only Explanation: • Agro-based industries use plant and animal-based raw materials. • Jute Textiles are derived from jute fibre, which is obtained from jute plants. • Edible Oil is extracted from oilseeds like mustard, groundnut, and sunflower. • Rayon is a semi-synthetic fibre made from wood pulp through chemical processing and is classified under the chemical industries. • Nylon is a fully synthetic fibre made from petrochemicals and belongs to the petrochemical industry. Information Booster: • Agro-based industries include cotton textiles, jute textiles, sugar, edible oil, and food processing industries. • Mineral-based industries use mineral ores as raw materials, while chemical and petrochemical industries produce synthetic products like nylon. Additional Knowledge: Jute Textiles (Option 2) • Made from jute fibre obtained from the stem of the jute plant. • Major jute-producing states include West Bengal, Bihar, and Assam. • It is biodegradable and eco-friendly. Nylon (Option 3) • It is a synthetic fibre made from coal, water, and air derivatives. • It is strong, elastic, and used in ropes, parachutes, and textiles. Edible Oil (Option 4) • Extracted from oilseeds such as mustard, soybean, and groundnut. • It is an important agro-based industry in India.