Which of the following is not an example of diseconomies of textile industry ?

Q: Which of the following is not an example of diseconomies of textile industry ?

Which of the following is not an example of diseconomies of textile industry ?

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The correct option is 2:
The correct option is Fall in sex ratio. Diseconomies of a large-scale industry refer to the factors, often external, that increase the cost of production or decrease efficiency as the industry expands, leading to negative consequences for the firms or the surrounding community. These consequences are typically economic, environmental, or social problems directly linked to industrial operations and growth. A "Fall in sex ratio" is a demographic issue related to societal preferences, gender balance, or broader cultural issues, but it is not a negative consequence directly or causally linked to the scale or operations of the textile industry itself, making it an unrelated socio-demographic factor rather than an example of industrial diseconomies.

The incorrect option is 1:
Water pollution is a classic example of an external diseconomy of the textile industry. Textile processing, especially dyeing and finishing, consumes vast amounts of water and releases toxic effluent, which directly harms the environment and imposes social costs on the community. This increased environmental degradation is a direct negative side effect of large-scale textile production.

The incorrect option is 3:
Change in cropping pattern is an example of a social or environmental diseconomy, particularly in regions where textile factories are concentrated. The demand for industrial land and water (diverting resources from agriculture), or the pollution of agricultural lands, can force farmers to shift their crops or abandon farming altogether. This shift represents a broader negative impact on the local agricultural economy and traditional practices.

The incorrect option is 4:
Labour housing problem is a common example of a localized social diseconomy resulting from rapid industrial concentration. When a large textile industry grows, it attracts a huge influx of workers to the urban or industrial area, leading to acute shortages in affordable housing. This strains local infrastructure, drives up rents, and creates slums, raising the overall cost of living and operations in the area.