At which of the following places was the ship building industry started in 1941?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Vishakhapatnam.

The shipbuilding industry in India began in Vishakhapatnam in 1941 with the establishment of the Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL). It is one of the oldest shipyards in India and has played a crucial role in India's maritime industry, building a variety of vessels, including warships, cargo ships, and submarines.

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• Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) was originally established as Scindia Shipyard during World War II to build ships for the British Navy.
• It is located in Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, a major port city on the eastern coast of India.
• Over the years, HSL has contributed significantly to both commercial and defense shipbuilding in India.