On the eve of independence in 1947, the secondary sector of the Indian economy was underdeveloped and largely stagnant. Industrialization was limited, with a heavy reliance on traditional industries like textiles, and most manufacturing was concentrated in small-scale, cottage industries. The British colonial policies had prioritized raw material extraction over industrial growth, resulting in minimal infrastructure and investment in manufacturing. Consequently, India faced significant challenges in transforming its industrial base post-independence.
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