Correct answer: (b) Only two
Explanation
- A
Only one
Only one. Two pairs match.
- B
Only two
Only two. Dairy farm is primary; weaving cloth is secondary. Storage is tertiary; mineral exploration is not tertiary in this pairing.
- C
Only three
Only three. Storage of produce is tertiary (services), not secondary — pair 1 fails. Mineral exploration is primary/extractive, not tertiary — pair 3 fails.
- D
All four
All four. Pairs 1 and 3 are mismatches.
Summary. Official key is (b) only two. Dairy farming is primary. Weaving is secondary (manufacturing). Storing agricultural produce is a tertiary/service activity, not secondary. Mineral exploration is a primary-sector activity, not tertiary. So only pairs 2 and 4 match.
Same topic · past papers
UPSC has asked this before
These previous-year questions sit on the same topic. Open one to practise the earlier ask.
-
2016 · Q62 · General Studies · 2 marks
What is/are the purpose/purposes of 'District Mineral Foundations' in India? 1. Promoting mineral exploration activities in mineral-rich districts 2. Protecting the interests of the persons affected by mining operations 3. Authorizing State Governments to issue licenses for mineral exploration Select the correct answer using the code given below -
2026 · Q95 · General Studies · 2 marks
Which of the following statements about Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and Critical Minerals is/are correct? 1. Modern technological innovations including Artificial Intelligence, robotics and space exploration extensively utilise Rare Earth Elements (REEs). 2. China has the highest share in mining of REEs followed by India. 3. The Government of India launched the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) in 2025 to establish a robust framework for self-reliance in the critical mineral sector. 4. Rare Earth Elements are a set of 13 metallic elements. Select the answer using the code given below: