Which two steel plants were set up in collaboration with Russia (former USSR)?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Bokaro Steel Plant and Bhilai Steel Plant.
The Bokaro Steel Plant and Bhilai Steel Plant in India were both established with the assistance of the former Soviet Union (USSR), showcasing the collaboration between India and Russia in the steel industry:
Bhilai Steel Plant:
· Located in Chhattisgarh, it was the first Indian steel plant built with the collaboration of the Soviet Union in 1955.It was designed to produce steel primarily for building and manufacturing purposes.
· The plant became operational in 1959 and has been one of the largest integrated steel plants in India.
Bokaro Steel Plant:
· Situated in Jharkhand, it was also built with Soviet assistance and technology in the late 1960s.Bokaro was part of India's expansion of its steel industry, aimed at supporting the country's growing industrial needs.
· It became operational in the early 1970s and remains a major producer of steel.
These collaborations played a crucial role in establishing India's heavy industry sector and helped strengthen Indo-Soviet relations during the Cold War era.
Additional Knowledge:
· Rourkela Steel Plant and Bokaro Steel Plant: The Rourkela Steel Plant was actually set up in collaboration with Germany (then West Germany), not the USSR. Therefore, this option is incorrect.
· Durgapur Steel Plant and Bokaro Steel Plant: The Durgapur Steel Plant was established with assistance from Britain (UK), not the USSR, making this option inaccurate.
· Rourkela Steel Plant and Bhilai Steel Plant: As mentioned, the Rourkela Steel Plant was set up with German collaboration, while the Bhilai Steel Plant was established with Soviet assistance, making this combination incorrect.