Social Science — CBSE Class 10 board question

Information Technology has greatly influenced the electronics industry in India:

1. Wide Range of Products: The electronics industry now covers transistor sets, televisions, telephones, cellular telecom, telephone exchanges, radars, and computers.
2. Growth of IT Hubs: Bengaluru has emerged as the electronic capital of India. Other major centres include Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Coimbatore.
3. Employment Generation: A major impact of the IT-electronics industry has been significant employment generation.
4. Hardware and Software Growth: The continuing growth in both hardware and software sectors is the key to the success of the IT industry in India.

Source: Information Technology and Electronics Industry, Chapter 6

• Examiners expect 4 distinct points for a 3-mark answer — aim for 3–4 crisp points.
• Always mention Bengaluru as the electronic capital — this is a direct textbook fact likely to fetch a mark.
• The key phrase "employment generation" and "hardware and software growth" must be included as they appear directly in the source passage.
• Avoid writing a long paragraph; use short points for clarity and easy marking.