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Which of the following factors is/are responsible for high concentration of jute mills in the Hugli basin?

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Nearness to coal fields.
Convenient dry climate for spinning and weaving.

Only 1

Only 2

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Jute Mills are highly concentrated in Hugli Basin (West Bengal) because This industry requires a lot of water which is easily available from the Hugli River. Iron and coal which are required for the installation and running of jute factories are also available from the nearby mines of Raniganj.Jute is the crop of hot and humid climate. It requires high temperature varying from 24°C to 35°C and heavy rainfall of 120 to 150 cm with 80 to 90 per cent relative humidity during the period of its growth.This type of climate is found in West Bengal.