Q14 · UPSC current affairs · 7 October 2026 · PIB · Telecom Manufacturing Zone Gwalior Madhya Pradesh

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Which of the following best defines a 'Telecom Manufacturing Zone' (TMZ)?

A A protected forest area restricted exclusively to optical fiber cable burial.
B A tax-free financial district meant solely for banking headquarters.
C A specialized industrial cluster equipped with dedicated infrastructure for communication equipment production.
D An educational campus designated for training postal service personnel.

Correct answer: (c) A specialized industrial cluster equipped with dedicated infrastructure for communication equipment production.

Explanation

Option C is correct because a Telecom Manufacturing Zone is a specialized industrial cluster equipped with dedicated infrastructure for communication equipment production. Options B, C, and D are incorrect.

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