UP High Court RO / ARO 07 Jan 2022 Shift 2

Which one of the following city is the most famous for leather industries ?

Verified Answer
A. Aligarh/अलीगढ़
B. Meerut/मेरठ
C. Kanpur/कानपुर
D. Agra/आगरा

Explanation:

Kanpur is widely recognized as the 'Leather City of India' and is the most famous for its leather industries, including tanneries and manufacturing of leather goods. While Agra also has a leather industry, particularly for footwear, Kanpur's scale and historical prominence in leather processing are unmatched. Aligarh is known for locks, and Meerut for sports goods.