UPSC Prelims 2004 Q20: Indian Economy – Infrastructure & Industry
Which one of the following was the largest IT software and services exporter in India during
the year 2002 - 03?
- (a) Birlasoft
- (b) Infosys Technologies
- (c) Tata Consultancy Services
- (d) Wipro Technologies
Answer: (c) Tata Consultancy Services
Explanation
Largest IT software and services exporter in 2002-03
| Company | Rank |
|---|---|
| Tata Consultancy Services | Largest exporter in 2002-03 |
| Infosys Technologies | Second |
| Wipro Technologies | Third |
| Birlasoft | Much smaller |
TCS was the largest IT software and services exporter in India in 2002-03.
Answer: (c) Tata Consultancy Services.
Why each option is right or wrong
- (a) Incorrect. Birlasoft was much smaller.
- (b) Incorrect. Infosys ranked second at that time.
- (c) CORRECT. TCS was the largest exporter.
- (d) Incorrect. Wipro ranked third.
Key point
IT exporters 2002-03: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Satyam, HCL.
Remember
TCS was India's largest software exporter in 2002-03.
Common mistakes
- Choosing Infosys only for its fame.
- Confusing profit ranking with export ranking.
- Forgetting TCS's longer history in exports.
Exam tip
NASSCOM ranking: TCS first until the 2000s.
Sources
- NASSCOM — IT industry ranking 2002-03
- NASSCOM — Strategic Review 2004