Q162
Indian EconomyExternal Sector & International Organisations
Which of the following goods India imports most?
- a.Petroleum Crude
- b.Gold
- c.Organic Chemicals
- d.Computer Hardwares
Answer: (A) Petroleum Crude
Answer as of 2023 — this may have changed since.
Crude petroleum is India's largest import item by value, accounting for roughly a fifth to a quarter of total imports. Gold is usually second, and organic chemicals and computer hardware are much smaller.