What is a major challenge for industrial development in Kerala?

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AAn abundance of cheap, unskilled labor.

BLack of political stability and a stable government.

CHigh cost of land and a complex labor environment.

DA lack of access to ports and international markets.

Answer:

The high population density and influx of remittances have driven up land prices, and the strong presence of labor unions can lead to a complex labor environment, both of which are major hurdles for industrial investment.

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