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UPSC 2005: Pneumoconiosis afflicts the workers who work mainly in
(a)Tanneries
(b)Coal mining industry
(c)Distilleries
(d)Glass industry
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (b) Coal mining industry
Pneumoconiosis (‘black-lung disease’) results from prolonged inhalation of coal dust and therefore chiefly affects workers in coal-mining operations, not tanneries, distilleries or glass factories. ([aspireias.com](https://www.aspireias.com/upsc-general-study-10years-paper/2005?utm_source=openai))
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The correct answer is option (b): Coal mining industry. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
Which year was this Health & Diseases question asked in UPSC Prelims?▼
This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2005, GS Paper 1, as Question 21. It falls under Science & Technology > Health & Diseases.
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This question is rated "easy". It tests basic recall and most well-prepared aspirants should answer it correctly.
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